MRI Technologist
$128,960–$128,960 year
On-siteLong Beach, California, United States
Job Summary
Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment to perform complex imaging exams of the brain, spine, chest, and extremities while adhering to MRI safety standards. Receive patients, explain procedures, position individuals, and set technical parameters using super conductive MRI scanners. Set up suites with sterile supplies and contrast materials, preparing for examinations under radiologist supervision. Administer contrast intravenously when directed, send images to the PACS, and archive data using the Radiology VistA Package and CPRS. Maintain patient records, contribute to assessments, and report incidents within 24 hours to the Administrative Officer of the Day. Comply with all VALBHS policies and medical staff protocols while respecting patient dignity. This full-time role includes weekday and weekend coverage across day, evening, night, and weekend shifts at the VA Long Beach Healthcare System.
Required Qualifications
- Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust government security clearance
- US Citizenship
- Minimum of 6 months of current work experience on MRI equipment similar to VALBHS MRI scanners (1.5T or 3.0T GE MRI scanner)
- Minimum of one (1) year of current work experience in MRI modality if GE MRI scanner experience is not held
- Must hold a current, valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification in Radiography ARRT (R)
- Must hold Advanced ARRT certification in MRI (MR)
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or associate degree, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or other accrediting agencies recognized by the Department of Education (DOE)
- Strong communication skills
- English language fluency
- Weekend shifts
- Day shifts from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm
- Day shifts from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm
- Evening shifts from 12:00 pm to 10:30 pm
- Night shifts from 10:15 pm to 6:45 am
Desired Qualifications
- Previous VA experience
- IV certification
- AGFA PACS experience
- Familiarity with medical terminology
- Familiarity with VA health information systems
- Familiarity with electronic medical records
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