Part-Time MRI Technologist (Overnight Shift) Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital – Lakeland, FL

Schedule: Saturday and Sunday: 7:00pm to 7:30am

Orlando Health offers a great DAY ONE benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Drug Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Time Off (accrued)
• Education Assistance: Preferred Education Program-100% PAID Tuition, Tuition reimbursement & repayment of previous loans
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Family Care Benefits & so much more!

Provides quality patient care when performing diagnostic imaging and related proceduresto demonstrate anatomy for interpretation
and/or intervention while adhering to MRI safety principles.

Essential Functions

• Perform MRI diagnostic imaging and related procedures to visualize anatomy and physiology for physician interpretation and interventional procedures.

• Exercise professional judgment while providing compassionate, high-quality patient care.

• Deliver safe, age-appropriate patient care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of imaging procedures.

• Comply with all applicable state, federal, and regulatory requirements for MRI practice.

• Support and uphold the organization's mission, vision, values, and strategic initiatives.

• Assess patients' physical condition and age-specific needs to ensure appropriate care.

• Provide clear patient instructions to promote cooperation and successful imaging outcomes.

• Verify patient identity, obtain and document accurate clinical history, and ensure all required information is complete.

• Position patients and imaging equipment while adjusting technical factors to produce high-quality diagnostic images.

• Evaluate images for technical quality, proper patient identification, accurate annotation, and complete anatomical visualization.

• Apply MRI safety principles to protect patients, staff, and visitors.

• Perform and participate in quality control procedures in accordance with departmental standards.

• Demonstrate proficiency in administering contrast media, including the use of power injectors when appropriate.

• Perform venipuncture and assess IV access for contrast administration as prescribed by a licensed provider.

• Respond appropriately to adverse contrast reactions and other medical emergencies, providing immediate patient care as needed.

• Follow infection prevention protocols, including standard precautions and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Assist in the training, orientation, and supervision of student technologists and newly hired staff.

• Utilize radiology information systems, PACS, and other departmental technology accurately and efficiently.

• Maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and team members.

• Maintain reliable attendance in accordance with organizational policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

• Adhere to all organizational policies, procedures, and compliance standards.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work environment.

• Ensure imaging equipment and work areas are properly maintained and ready for patient care.

• Assist with patient transportation as needed.

• Travel to and work at multiple facilities when required.

Education

Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.

• Graduate of an accredited School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine.

• Graduate of an approved MRI Technologist program through the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).

Certifications & Licensure

Candidates must possess one of the following credentials:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.

• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification.

• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) certification.

• ARRT (MRI) certification or ARMRIT certification.

Additional requirements:

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification.

• Florida Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) license preferred.

Experience

Required:

• Minimum of two (2) years of MRI technologist experience.

Preferred experience in one or more of the following:

• Advanced MRI imaging, including:

  • 3D Lab

  • Interventional Radiology (IR) procedural imaging

  • Breast MRI

  • Cardiac MRI

• Experience serving as a site preceptor or proctor for onboarding and cross-training new technologists.

• Current proficiency in dual-modality imaging, with routine performance in a secondary imaging modality.