MRI Technologist I

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization • Portland, ME, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1w ago

Schedule - Shift - Hours: Full Time - Evening/Night Shift

** Current Maine Health Employees not eligible - must be separated from MH for at least 6 months **

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.

This shift has a 10-week rotation. Within a 10-week rotation, there are 3-4 weekends worked, along with 1-2 holidays a year.

The Clinical Radiology Department at Maine Medical Center has a career ladder for all modalities. Roles are posted at a level I and based on experience new hires may be brought in at a higher level with a commensurate rate of pay. For more information please reach out to Sarah Donlin, sarah.donlin@mainehealth.org.

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 provide 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).

Additional Information

Maine Medical Center is a Magnet designated 700-bed tertiary care and teaching institution. MMC is Maine's largest hospital and a state-wide health care resource. MMC offers outstanding career opportunities and quality of life in Portland.

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for Covid-19 and influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.

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