MRI Technologist
Akron, Ohio
Akron

MRI Technician - Akron, Ohio

Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Operate Magnetic Resonance Equipment to produce MR scans of patients.
• Ensure proper processing of patient records to initiate procedure results timely.
• Perform other assigned duties as training and skills allow.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Graduate of an approved school of MRI Technology and/or registered by the ARRT for MRI.

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of MRI Technologist experience preferred.

Certifications & Skills

• Post-primary eligibility for individuals currently holding ARRT certification and registration (NMTCB or ARDMS) with appropriate education and clinical requirements to obtain MRI registry certification within one year of hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and hospital staff.
• Ability to calibrate and operate MRI equipment, position patients properly, and apply/adjust restraining devices.
• Ability to lift and position patients.
• Completion of training to perform other radiology procedures (e.g., select X-ray procedures).
• Ability to utilize computer systems for patient records management.
• CPR certification and ability to initiate CPR.
• Demonstrate customer service behaviors consistent with policy.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse patient populations, respecting their dignity and needs.

Required Credentials & Compliance

• Certifications:

  • ARRT (required for submission)
  • BLS (AHA only)
• Licenses:

  • State-specific license/certificate verification (Primary Source Verification required within 30 days prior to start)
• Health & Immunizations:

  • Fit Test (N95 mask)
  • Health Statement (pre-employment physical within one year)
  • COVID-19 Vaccine (fully vaccinated required; exemptions case-by-case)
  • MMR (titer or 2 adult vaccines; no declinations accepted)
  • Hepatitis B (titer or complete vaccine series; signed declinations accepted)
  • Influenza Vaccine (required October-April; exemptions require approval)
  • 2 Step PPD OR IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) with no declinations accepted
  • Varicella (titer or 2 adult vaccines; no declinations accepted)
  • Annual TB Questionnaire
• Testing & Competency:

  • Unit-specific competency exam (annual)
  • Unit-specific skills checklist (annual)
  • Core competencies including HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA topics (annual)
• Background & Screening:

  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (annual)
  • Criminal background check (FCRA compliant, 7 years, plus SSN trace and nationwide checks) within 90 days of start
  • OIG Search within 90 days of start
  • EPLS Search within 90 days of start
• Other:

  • Education verification (third-party)
  • Social Security Card or equivalent

Additional Notes

• Application must include 3 years prior work history, including at least 2 years of clinical practice in an acute care setting and in a similar specialty area.
• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.