MRI Tech Aide

MRI Technologist Assistant

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.

Under the supervision of the Chief Technologist and/or Lead Technologist, assists the MRI Technologist in performing a variety of duties and procedures necessary for the everyday operations of the MRI department and patient schedule.

Screens patients, obtains pertinent clinical history before MRI examination and fully informs patient about the exam. Assists getting the patient changed for their exam. Assists getting the patient in and out of the scan room. Assists Technologist with positioning of patients. Conducts proper discharge of patient. Confirms with the Technologist that the patient leaves with the correct patient CD, if applicable. Ensures the stocking of scan rooms and linen closets. Greets patients in a prompt and courteous manner. Works with MRI Chief Technologist in implementing policies regarding patient care. Completes special projects as requested by management. Reads and responds to all e-mails appropriately. Prepares patient surveys.

Education: Must have excellent communication and organizational skills. Must maintain a professional manner and appearance. Must have experience with ill patients, sedated patients as well as inpatients. Must be able to work independently as well as in a team. Must be self-motivated and have ability to work in healthcare setting. Minimum of one to two years in a large, fast-paced business or medical facility. High school diploma or GED completion is required. Basic knowledge of PC computer systems, ability to learn basic scheduling software and work with word processing applications.

Licensure, Certification & Registration: Must have BLS Certification.

Experience: Experience in MRI setting preferred. Must have excellent communication skills. Must maintain a professional manner and appearance. Must be able to work independently as well as in a team. Must be self-motivated and have ability to work in a healthcare setting. Must have basic computer skills. Must have basic skills and knowledge necessary to perform venipuncture.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled