MRI Technologist
Company: Atlantic Health System
Location: Newton
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Responsible for creating cross-sectional images of
patient's body for diagnostic purposes, using magnetic resonance
imaging equipment. Principal Accountabilities: 1. Positions patient
on examining table and places specified coil (receiver) such as
head coil or knee coil, close to area of interest, following
protocols requested by Radiologist. 2. Demonstrates use of
microphone that allows patient and technologist to communicate
during examination. 3. Enters data, such as patient history,
anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position
of entry into aperture of magnetic resonance imaging equipment
(head or feet first), into computer. 4. Keys commands to specify
scan sequences and adjust transmitters and receivers into computer.
5. Observes patient through window of control room and on closed
circuit TV screen to monitor patient safety and comfort. 6. Views
images of areas being scanned on video display screen to ensure
quality of pictures. 7. Keys in data on keyboard of camera to
photograph images. 8. Alerts staff entering magnet room to the
danger of wearing or carrying metal around magnet. 9. Performs
other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Required: 1.
Bachelor's Degree in Radiography Program or related field. 2. State
RT License / MR Certified / BLS.
Keywords: Atlantic Health System, Bridgeport , MRI Technologist, IT / Software / Systems , Newton, Connecticut
