Remote MRI Technologist

Remote MRI Technologist

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Work Location:On-site convenient location of Team Member’s choosing at any of the following Maryland, Virginia, or DC locations: Germantown, Bethesda, Bel Air, Greenbelt, Salisbury, Olney, Chevy Chase, Potomac, Berlin, Sterling, Foxhall, K street, or Fairfax

Work Hours:Full time, Monday-Friday, Depending on Business Need

Department Highlights:

• Patient-Focused Team
• Cohesive and Friendly Environment
• Supportive and Encouraging Atmosphere
• Opportunity to work at the top of your license and scan remotely

A Day in the Life of a Remote MRI Technologist:

• Perform magnetic resonance imaging procedures as prescribed by a physician.
• Produce high quality MRI diagnostic images from a remote location with the help of an MRI Tech Aide.
• Ensure release of patient with proper follow-up information via the MRI Tech Aide.
• Monitor patient's well-being during scans via cameras and through feedback from MRI Tech Aide and recognize patient discomfort or medical problems and take appropriate action.
• Recognize emergency situations and direct the MRI Tech Aide in emergency shutdown of gradient and/or main magnetic field (quench) when applicable.
• Instruct patients as to the proper physiological requirements for the procedure.
• Ascertain whether there are any contradictions to the patient entering a magnetic field (i.e., staples, pacemaker, magnetic prosthesis, etc.).
• Ascertain area of injury of patient's symptoms to assist the physician in reporting the proper diagnosis.
• Prepare patient for exam, explain the procedure, position patient for exam, administer contrast, and assist the patient at the end of the procedure.
• Assure all necessary consent forms are signed prior to performing examinations.
• Correctly process all pertinent exam related information including direct computer entry as directed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, orderly work area and observe OSHA and HIPAA requirements at all times.
• Be able to recognize reactions to contrast media and be ready to intervene when necessary by administering CPR.
• Be thoroughly knowledgeable of and comply with the policies and procedures of the Corporation.
• Report any equipment and maintenance problems to the appropriate persons regarding equipment operation, malfunctions etc.
• Promote a team approach and a positive image of WR to everyone with whom contact is made.
• Maintain confidentiality when dealing with patient information and Corporate business.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Here is what you will need:

• Exceptional attention-to-detail, ability to multi-task, strong communication skills.
• Mid-Senior level MRI scanning experience and proficiency using multiple MRI 1.5 and 3T units.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent and completion of a training program in imaging technology from an accredited school;
• MR Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists;
• Must become certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation within 90 days of employment and renew certification annually;
• All technologists working in Virginia offices must be licensed by the state;
• Be able to lift and move patients as required.

Why Washington Radiology?

• A Great Place to Work for the third year in a row!
• Offer competitive benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays, Backup Child/Adult Care as well as other unique benefits.
• Hourly Rate: $35.00 to $50.00 commensurate with experience

At Washington Radiology, our service-based culture is reflected in our day-to-day interactions that are warm and welcoming and delivered with care, compassion and clinical expertise. Our commitment to excellence can be seen across every level of our organization, beginning with our team members and extending to the patients, families, and physicians we serve. For more than 70 years, Washington Radiology has set the standard for medical imaging care.
If you would like to join a dynamic team dedicated to best-in-class quality and service excellence, we would like to speak with you.