MRI Technologist
Company: MedStar Health
Location: Waldorf
Posted on: April 1, 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, Wheaton-Glenmont , MRI Technologist, Healthcare , Waldorf, Maryland
