Job Title: MRI Technician
Location: Canton, GA
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day Shift
Local Candidates Required: No (Candidates must be outside the 50-mile local radius)
Traveler Candidates Required: Yes
Work Schedule
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay Rate: $60–$63/hr (Traveler Only)
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Required Qualifications
Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification in MRI.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification.
Minimum 2 years of recent MRI experience.
Strong knowledge of MRI procedures, imaging techniques, and patient safety protocols.
Ability to operate MRI equipment and perform diagnostic imaging procedures.
Knowledge of MRI safety screening, contraindications, and appropriate patient preparation.
Strong patient care, communication, and clinical assessment skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the healthcare team.
Must be available to work the required winter holiday rotation.
Responsibilities
Perform MRI examinations according to physician orders and established imaging protocols.
Prepare patients for MRI procedures by reviewing medical histories and completing safety screening.
Explain MRI procedures to patients and provide instructions to ensure their comfort and cooperation.
Operate MRI equipment and adjust imaging parameters to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
Monitor patients throughout imaging procedures and respond appropriately to any concerns or changes in condition.
Ensure MRI safety by identifying contraindications and following established safety guidelines.
Review images for quality and completeness before submitting them for interpretation.
Maintain accurate patient records and document imaging procedures.
Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to support patient care.
Maintain imaging equipment, follow infection control practices, and comply with department policies and regulatory standards.