Staff Position

MRI Technologist
Inova Mount Vernon Hospital
Alexandria, VA
Days

$36-54/hour

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • ShiftDays
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care108 bedsEpic Systems Corporation

Pay

Estimated pay
$36-54/hour

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Description


Inova Mount Vernon Hospital is looking for a dedicated Diagnostic Imaging Technical Specialist to join the team. This role will be Full-time Day Shift from Monday – Friday, with Evening Coverage as needed and Night and Weekend On-Call Rotation. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance eligible.
Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
- Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
- Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
- Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
- Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote and hybrid career opportunities.
MRI Safety Officer Job Responsibilities:
- Provides clinical services according to MRI practice standards and acts as a resource to MRI students and other technologists to ensure optimal department functions.
- Ensures proper policies and procedures for day-to-day MRI safety are enforced. Adheres to department policies and protocols ensuring all examinations are optimized for interpretation, as demonstrated by exam results.
- Demonstrates proper technique for injection of IV contrast under the American College of Radiology (ACR) guidelines. Creates, enforces, and audits MRI-safe practices across the system. Develops, documents, and introduces in conjunction with and under the authority of the MRMD/ MRRD, safe working procedures for the MRI environment.
- Demonstrates a thorough understanding of magnetic resonance principles and theory, anatomy, and pathology processes utilizing the most appropriate technique and/or positioning for optimal examinations, as demonstrated by exam results. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of IVs, heparin locks, and central line usage as they pertain to MRI, as evidenced by supervisor and peer observation.
- Communicates effectively with the patient to obtain clinical history/informed consent from the patient or patient's chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination, as evidenced by the exam results. Explains the procedure to patients/families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation, as evidenced by customer satisfaction. Demonstrates patient safety in the department by use of side rails, braking mechanisms, and patient monitoring, as demonstrated by risk management reports. Correctly identifies patients and their files ensuring a high degree of accuracy, as evidenced by the lack of mislabeled images and EMR patient charts. Tracks patients according to department procedures. Identifies errors and takes immediate action for corrections, as evidenced by the EMR and PACS reports.
MRI Safety Officer Additional Requirements:
- Work schedule: Full-time Day Shift from Monday – Friday, with Evening Coverage as needed and Night and Weekend On-Call Rotation
- Education: Graduate of an accredited school of radiography; or graduate of an accredited school of MRI training (must be MRI Registered through ARRT); or MRI certification from ARMRIT or CAMRT
- Licensure: Must be MRI Registered through ARRT, American Registry Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) or Canadian Association Medical Radiation Technologist (CAMRT) certification. Must obtain Magnetic Resonance Safety Office (MRSO) course certification within one year of hire
- Certification: Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association.
- Experience: 5 Years of experience as a MRI Technologist in a hospital/ healthcare or outpatient environment.
Inova Job ID #661216. Posted job title: mri safety officer

Facility

Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

3.5rating(16 reviews)
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Inova Mount Vernon Hospital
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 108 beds
  • Epic Systems Corporation
ADDRESS2501 Parkers LnAlexandria, VA 22306
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Employer

Inova Health System

3.7rating(3 reviews)
Compensation
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Culture
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Work Environment
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Response timewithin a day
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About Alexandria, VA

Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Alexandria, VA is higher than the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living, especially in healthcare professions like nursing.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 87°F, and the average low in winter is around 28°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Alexandria, VA, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's popularity and the presence of various real estate agencies and online platforms.
Transportation
  • Alexandria, VA is relatively car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options include buses and the Metrorail, which provides easy access to Washington, D.C. and surrounding areas.
Demographics
  • Alexandria, VA is a diverse city with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air pollution.
  • There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the city's proximity to major healthcare facilities and the demand for healthcare professionals.
Things to Do
  • Alexandria, VA offers a vibrant dining scene with numerous restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
  • The city also has a thriving arts and music community, with various art shows, live music performances, and theater events.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the Potomac River and its activities, while sports fans can catch a Washington Nationals game at Nationals Park.
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