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Mass General Brigham

Early-stage life science venture investor

MRI Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBoston, MA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Certificate or Diploma in Medical Imaging is required.
  • An MRI Registered Technologist credential with ARRT or ARMRIT is required within one year.
  • CPR certification is required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

  • Safely perform magnetic resonance imaging studies using an MRI system, including preparing and positioning patients, setting imaging parameters, acquiring and processing images, and displaying them.
  • Select appropriate imaging protocols for patient studies and perform required quality-assurance scans.
  • Work as a team member within the MRI Department and consult appropriate content experts, such as radiologists, nurses, and child life specialists, as needed.
  • Rotate among MRI scanners across the assigned department as needed and be available for occasional overnight shifts and holidays, except for per-diem technologists.
  • Confirm each patient's name, date of birth, medical record number, and ordered MRI exam in accordance with Joint Commission guidelines.
  • Perform MRI exams for clinical and research patients, including managing ambulatory and outpatient patients who need exams with or without contrast.
  • Insert IV catheters as needed and prepare for and perform intravenous injections of MRI contrast agents using an MRI-compatible power injector.
  • Understand and communicate contraindications to MRI contrast agents, monitor for adverse reactions, and respond to them.
  • Document contrast injections appropriately in the electronic medical record and perform point-of-care testing where applicable.
  • Instruct patients and visitors on MRI safety procedures and ensure that everyone entering the MRI area follows safety policies.
  • Serve as the final safety and protocol clarification checkpoint before scanning, according to department policy.
  • Identify hazardous system malfunctions, secure the area, and remove patients and personnel from the magnet bay during emergencies.
  • Perform scheduled quality-control procedures on MRI scanners and related equipment, record results, and report potential equipment problems to a supervisor.
  • Assist practice assistants and other department staff with duties such as scheduling and transporting patients, inventory, and filing.

Desired Qualifications

  • An associate's degree is preferred.

About the Company

Mass General Brigham

Early-stage life science venture investor

Mass General Brigham Ventures funds early-stage life science ideas arising from Mass General Brigham’s research network. It provides first access to deal flow and proprietary rights, backing the formation and growth of new companies and technologies. It uses capital and support to help translate bold innovations into drugs and medical technologies that improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Company size
1-10
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
$1.9B
Headquarters
Cambridge, MA
Founded
2008

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