Children's National Hospital · 5 days ago
MRI Technologist- Sign On Bonus Eligible- Evening Shift
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$88K/yr - $88K/yr
2+ years expChildren’s National Hospital, based in Washington, D.C., was established in 1870 to help every child grow up stronger. The MRI Technologist will perform a wide variety of high quality Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) exams while providing excellent patient care.
AssociationChild CareHealth CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Perform all exams in an efficient manner, with the ability to recognize when to make scan sequence adjustments to enhance images
Orient new technologists to attain proficiency of pediatric imaging protocols
Monitor exam orders to identify opportunities to perform exams
Be part of MR team which prioritize and coordinate patient throughput to ensure all patients are serviced in a timely and quality-oriented fashion
Review exam schedule to verify orders, protocol and exams are accurately assigned
Assist Lead MR technologist and MR Manager as needed with day to day operations
Verify exam requests with patient information(the right exam with the correct patient)
Ensure exam images have the correct patient data
Follow correct procedures regarding warm-up, phantom scanning and shut-down of equipment; troubleshoot and recognize equipment malfunctions
Check exam orders and exam charges for accuracy; complete RIS assignments accurately and in a timely manner; verify exams are loaded onto Picture Archival Communication System (PACS)
Acknowledge and respond to performance improvement feedback from Radiology Faculty
Track and record scanner data to meet American College Radiology (ACR) requirements
Ensure the cleanliness of scanners and exam rooms; patient exam related items are stocked and prepared in advance to facilitate efficiency
Greet patients/parents, introduce self and role to patient and treat all patients/families in a kind, courteous and professional manner
Communicate and explain exam procedures to patients/parents in a clear and concise manner; communicate with patient/parent throughout the exam and visit to MR Department; discharge patient/parent with appropriate follow-up information
Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment times and accommodate stat and add-on exam requests
Report patient/family customer service issues to MR Manager in a timely manner
Share on-call responsibilities, equally, with all MR Technologists
Adhere to all OSHA regulations, including no eating or drinking in designated patient care areas; adhere to ACR MR Safety guidelines relating to all MR Safety Zones
Research implant devices to determine MR safety designation; perform implant, ferrous metal and clinical safety checks for every patient
Ensures Time Outs are conducted for patient, staff and equipment before advancing to Zone Three (3)
Inquire about menstrual status and possibility of pregnancy for female adolescents and teens
Immediately report scanner or room equipment malfunctions to MR Physicist, scanner Field Engineers and/or CN Engineering Department
Complete annual MR Safety course and mandatory annual reviews in CHEX
Conduct daily huddles with staff to discuss patient flow and other issues
Confer with faculty and colleagues when confronted with an unfamiliar problem
Consistent email review for department and hospital operations updates
Communicate with colleagues in a collaborative manner to promote a positive work environment
Immediately report personnel issues to MR Manager and/or radiology on-call administrator to ensure continuous staffing and safe environment
Maintain Primary R.T.(R)(ARRT) and Post-Primary (MR) Certification
Attend seminars and in-services sponsored by Radiology Department or Children’s National
Provide leadership to the modality with regard to patient care, customer service and new technology
Participate in Quality Assurance Initiatives to enhance MR service
Participate in performance improvement projects
Qualification
Required
Graduate of a formal education program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)
Demonstrate appropriate patient care, technical, procedural and evaluation skills
Demonstrates proficiency to perform a variety of procedures independently, consistently and effectively
Demonstrates skillful operation of imaging equipment and related components
Demonstrates good judgment when correlating patient history with scanning protocols
Knowledge of pediatric imaging protocols to perform quality clinical and research exams
Possesses adequate knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
Adequate professional communication skills both oral and written
Familiarity with contrast medications used for MR exams
Some knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Programs
Registered Radiography Technologist (ARRT) Registered Radiography Technologist (ARRT) (R) (MR) (ARRT) certification and registration
ARMIT Certification American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) Certification
Preferred
2 years Clinical MR imaging experience in a hospital or out-patient environment
Benefits
Sign on Bonus up to $30K for those that qualify.
Company
Children's National Hospital
Children’s National Hospital, based in Washington, D.C., was established in 1870 to help every child grow up stronger.
Founded in 1870Washington, District of Columbia, USA
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$19.4MKey Investors
Gilbert Family FoundationAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthUnited Health Foundation
2025-10-09Grant· $8M
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2021-11-09Grant· $3.4M
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Kurt Newman
President and CEO
Michelle Riley-Brown, MHA, FACHE
President and CEO
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