MRI Technologist
Company: MedStar Health
Location: Upper Marlboro
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
About this Job: General Summary of Position Operates magnetic
resonance scanner to obtain images for use by physicians in
diagnoses and treatment of pathologies. Primary Duties and
Responsibilities Archives raw data to obtain the best possible
image. Contributes to the achievement of established department
goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures
quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental
and accreditation regulations. Develops films in automatic
processor and ensures films are of acceptable diagnostic quality
and completeness. Ensures patients are free of objects that may
interfere with the procedure. Enters patient data at start of
examination and monitors data acquisition during procedure.
Instructs and demonstrates MRI equipment operation filming and
other technical aspects for professional staff and students.
Notifies appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions and
repairs needed. Operates control console for each patient's scan
including selection of proper imaging techniques; operates various
peripheral hardware. Participates in multidisciplinary quality and
service improvement teams. Schedules MRI examinations when needed
to ensure smooth flow and optimal utilization of equipment.
Transfers images from disc or magnetic media to produce
transparency. Transfers positions and instructs patients regarding
the procedure to obtain and effect the desired radiographic
diagnostic results as specified by the physician. Minimal
Qualifications Education Registered by the American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists and licensed by State of Maryland required
or ARRT (MR) required Experience 1-2 years Related experience in a
specialty (i.e. CT scan) required Licenses and Certifications ARRT
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and
license by State of Maryland required or (MR) ARDMS or ARRT -
Magnetic Resonance ARRT (MR) required and CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary
Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from
either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
within 90 Days required and Additional unit/specialty
certifications may vary by department or business unit. Knowledge
Skills and Abilities Verbal and written communication skills. Basic
computer skills preferred. This position has a hiring range of :
USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /Hr.
Keywords: MedStar Health, Richmond , MRI Technologist, Healthcare , Upper Marlboro, Virginia
