[3 Days Left] Travel MRI Technologist - $2,200 per week
Company: Magnet Medical
Location: Houston
Posted on: November 2, 2025
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Job Description:
Magnet Medical is seeking a travel MRI Technologist for a travel
job in Houston, Texas. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty:
MRI Technologist - Discipline: Allied Health Professional - Start
Date: ASAP - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 10
hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel An MRI Technologist
(Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist) operates MRI machines to
create detailed images of the inside of a patient's body, which are
used by doctors to diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
MRI Technologists are responsible for positioning patients
correctly, ensuring safety protocols are followed, maintaining
equipment, and providing high-quality images while delivering
compassionate care. Key Responsibilities: 1. Pre-Procedure
Preparation: - Review the patient's medical history, doctor’s
orders, and any previous imaging studies to ensure the appropriate
MRI procedure is conducted. - Explain the MRI procedure to the
patient, addressing any questions or concerns to reduce anxiety. -
Ensure that all necessary documentation, including informed consent
forms and patient information, is completed before the procedure. -
Verify patient identity and screening criteria to ensure safety,
such as checking for implanted devices, allergies to contrast
agents, or pregnancy. - Prepare and position the MRI room by
ensuring the machine and equipment are ready for the procedure. 2.
Conducting MRI Scans: - Operate the MRI machine, adjusting settings
(e.g., magnetic field, radiofrequency pulse) to obtain high-quality
images as prescribed by the physician. - Position patients on the
MRI table, ensuring they are comfortable and aligned to capture the
correct images while adhering to safety standards. - Administer
contrast agents as prescribed by the physician to enhance image
clarity, ensuring the patient is monitored for adverse reactions. -
Ensure the patient remains still during the scan to obtain clear,
high-resolution images. - Monitor the MRI process to confirm
quality imaging, making adjustments to the settings or positioning
as necessary. 3. Patient Safety and Comfort: - Ensure patient
safety during the MRI procedure, especially concerning the strong
magnetic fields, by verifying that no ferrous or metal objects are
present on the patient. - Keep patients informed during the scan,
providing reassurance and instructions as needed to ensure comfort.
- Monitor the patient’s condition, including vital signs, during
the scan to detect any potential issues or discomfort. - Ensure
proper patient positioning to avoid injuries or discomfort during
the imaging process. 4. Post-Procedure Care: - Assist the patient
off the MRI table after the procedure and ensure they are stable
and comfortable. - Provide post-procedure instructions, including
the use of any follow-up treatments, care for injection sites (if
contrast agents were used), and any other aftercare instructions. -
Ensure that any required post-scan imaging or additional scans are
scheduled as necessary. - Address any immediate concerns or side
effects the patient may experience, especially if contrast agents
were administered. 5. Maintenance and Equipment Care: - Ensure that
the MRI machine is regularly calibrated and functioning correctly,
performing basic maintenance and troubleshooting when necessary. -
Clean and disinfect the MRI suite and equipment between patients to
adhere to infection control protocols. - Monitor equipment
performance, identify malfunctions or issues, and alert the
appropriate staff for repairs or servicing. 6. Collaboration with
Medical Team: - Communicate effectively with physicians,
radiologists, and other medical staff to ensure the correct images
are obtained and the patient’s needs are met. - Work with other
healthcare professionals to review images, assess the need for
follow-up scans, and discuss patient conditions. - Collaborate with
radiologists to ensure the final images meet diagnostic standards
and are transmitted accurately to the appropriate physician for
review. 7. Documentation and Record-Keeping: - Document all
relevant patient information and scan results in the electronic
health record (EHR), ensuring that records are complete and
accurate. - Ensure that imaging data is properly labeled and
uploaded into the system, and assist with reports or communications
as needed. - Maintain logs of equipment usage, maintenance, and any
issues encountered during procedures. 8. Radiation Safety and
Protocols: - While MRI does not use ionizing radiation, ensure
safety by following the guidelines for handling contrast agents and
any equipment that could pose a risk to patients. - Adhere to
radiation safety standards for other imaging technologies used in
the department, such as when operating in proximity to X-ray or CT
equipment. - Follow all established safety protocols, including
magnetic field safety, to avoid accidents or injuries. 9.
Professional Development and Training: - Stay current with the
latest MRI technology, scanning techniques, and patient care
practices. - Participate in continuing education programs and
obtain necessary certifications to maintain licensure and improve
professional skills. - Assist in training new MRI technologists or
students on the operation of MRI machines and best practices in
patient care. Magnet Medical Job ID 34534707. Pay package is based
on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation)
with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Tech - MRI Tech
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