Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist - Day Shift

Job overview

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist is an onsite role based in Greenway, VA, supporting the imaging department at MedStar Health. Compensation is $64.71 per hour, and this position supports the organization's mission of providing high-quality, patient-centered care. This role exists to perform routine and specialized MRI imaging procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort. The technologist is responsible for screening patients, maintaining equipment quality, and coordinating care within the imaging department to ensure efficient and accurate diagnostic results.

What you'll do

• Performs routine and specialized MRI imaging procedures.
• Demonstrates clinical competency in MRI across all locations and patient populations.
• Performs IV access and administers contrast according to facility policy.
• Maintains a safe and appropriate work environment in accordance with the institutional MR Safety Program.
• Screens every patient and adheres to conditional scanning protocols.
• Ensures proper patient positioning to reduce the risk of burns and imaging artifacts.
• Maintains departmental supplies and inventory.
• Documents and reports equipment and environmental issues.
• Transports patients to the MRI scanner and prepares the examination room.
• Verifies physician orders and patient preparation.
• Communicates effectively with patients to promote understanding and comfort.
• Performs quality assurance activities, including ACR-required QA phantom testing.
• Prioritizes patient flow and coordinates care through consistent communication with patients, care team members, and families.
• Documents patient care activities in electronic health record systems and ensures final images are distributed to the PACS system.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

greenway va

mri technologist

imaging

medstar health

healthcare

onsite

weekend required

no on-call

$64.71/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, retirement plans

Why this role

$10,000 Sign on Bonus

About the employer

MedStar Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Diagnostic Imaging Centers. Sector: 62.