MRI Technologist - Sign-on Bonus Offer

Job Summary

Your job is more than a job. As an MRI Technologist, you are responsible for performing MRI/MRA exams, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining patient safety. You will operate equipment, calibrate machines, select coils, interpret orders, and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Perform the technical aspects of MRI/MRA, selecting the correct acquisition parameters and performing daily calibrations.
• Select appropriate coils to reduce noise and maximize resolution.
• Review physician orders with the radiologist to ensure the proper examinations are obtained.
• Ensure patient safety, assess their condition, and handle special requirements.
• Obtain and review patient history, explain procedures to patients/families, and answer questions to ease anxiety and assure cooperation.
• Recognize and address clinical or emergent problems that may interfere with the exam, taking appropriate action.
• Administer parenteral contrast agents safely.
• Acquire and evaluate patient lab values to confirm they are within normal limits (BUN, CR, pregnancy, glucose) when applicable.
• Disinfect equipment and maintain exam rooms and work areas in a neat, safe condition; check and inspect equipment daily for hazards or malfunctions, reporting dangerous conditions promptly.
• Maintain supply levels and perform quality control checks.
• Use sterile technique for procedures, practice aseptic techniques, and adhere to hospital policy on body substance isolation.
• Input and verify all data sent to and verified in PACS/RIS.
• Observe and monitor the patient’s vital signs and medical equipment attached during the procedure.

Requirements and Certifications

• Radiography Certification (ARRT) – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• MRI Certification (ARRT (MRI)) – Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners (LSRTBE).
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS) – American Heart Association.

Work Shift

Days (United States of America).

Benefits

Sign on Bonus Included.

EEO Statement

LCMC Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.