MRI Technologist I - Maine Health
Portland, ME 04102
About the Job
$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS!
**Current MaineHealth Employees not Eligible**
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- Position Summary
- This is specialized clinical work performing and assisting with Magnetic Resonance Imaging. This is an entry level MRI Technologist position requiring competence in performing basic MRI exams.
- Available Schedules-
- 1. Tuesday evenings, Friday day and Saturday day. This scheduledoes not take weeknight or weekend call but is responsible for rotating holiday coverage without more than 2 holidays per year.
- 2. Float of3-12 hour shifts per week, withone evening shift of 830-2100.This schedule takes call- one weeknight every 2.5-3 weeks and one weekend every 6-7 weeks depending on scheduled time off.
- The Clinical Radiology Department at MaineHealth Maine Medical Center has a career ladder for all modalities. Rolesare posted at a level I and, based on experience, new hires may be hired at a higher level with a commensurate rate of pay. Please contact Sarah Donlin, sarah.donlin@mainehealth.org for more info.
- Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Knowledge of Magnetic Resonance equipment, procedures and techniques, magnet safety, as well as anatomy and physiology acquired through completion of an ARRT or ARMRIT accredited program in MRI Technology.
- License/Certifications: Eligible for certification in MRI by the ARRT or ARMRIT. BLS certified.
- Experience: Minimum experience: Demonstrated competence in MR imaging as obtained through clinical training as part of education in an accredited program in MRI Technology. 1 year of experience as an MRI Technologist in a hospital setting is preferred. Experience as an MRI technologist in a large hospital is a plus.
- Proficiencies:
- Analytical ability to determine the best method to providing requested images based on the patient’s physical state and pathology in accordance with established protocols.
- Interpersonal skills necessary to explain MR procedures to patients to allay apprehensions and elicit cooperation. Must communicate effectively with radiologists.
- Ability to perform and/or adapt to the changes associated with different work environments and different equipment.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously (i.e. begin next scan, post process last scan, and transmit images).
Source : Maine Health