Technologist Assistant MRI - Full-Time

UVA Imaging is seeking a full-time MRI Imaging Assistant (MRTA) to join our patient-focused team in Charlottesville, VA. We are looking for a candidate with healthcare experience who is eager to learn and expand their skills.

Position Status: Full-Time

Schedule: Evening shifts and some weekend availability required

Location: 415 Ray C. Hunt Drive, Suite 1100 Charlottesville, VA 22903

Working under the supervision of registered MRI technologists, the MRTA assists with patient preparation, supports MRI safety practices, and helps maintain efficient patient flow while the technologist performs imaging remotely.

Benefits and Compensation

We offer competitive base pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future, including:

• Shift differential pay for qualifying evening shifts
• Quarterly bonus program
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• No on-call requirements

Job Summary

Under the direction of the MRI technologist, the MRTA serves as an initial clinical point of contact for patients and supports the MRI team throughout the imaging process. This role helps minimize patient wait times, maximize resources, and ensure services follow established safety guidelines and regulatory standards.

Essential Job Functions

• Verify patient identity and assist with completing pre-procedure forms.
• Review and document the patient’s clinical history in relation to the physician’s order and scheduled procedure, ensuring information is available to the licensed independent practitioner.
• Explain procedures, answer patient questions, and provide attentive patient care.
• Assist with patient preparation and support workflow while the MRI technologist performs imaging remotely.
• Follow established MRI safety standards to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), as appropriate.
• Monitor supply needs and keep rooms stocked.
• Participate in customer service, process improvement, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Use AIDET - Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You - to communicate clearly with patients.
• Use HEAL - Hear, Empathize, Apologize, and Leap into action - to address patient concerns.
• Collaborate with the imaging center team, share feedback, and assist other modalities or areas as assigned or as workload allows.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings, in-services, and center-wide meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

EXPERIENCE

• One year of prior healthcare experience required
• Computer skills preferred

EDUCATION

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Advanced Healthcare certifications preferred.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• BLS certification required within 60 days of hire.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Ability to work efficiently as an extension of certified/registered staff.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to provide documentation accurately and concisely.
• Demonstrates understanding of human anatomy and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and retrieving of data.

ABOUT US

At UVA Imaging, our mission is to provide each patient with quality, personalized care in a comfortable setting while offering referring physicians imaging services that accommodate their most specific needs. We combine the comfort and convenience of outpatient care with the expertise and innovation of the University of Virginia Health System. To learn more, visit us at www.medicalcenter.virginia.edu/imaging-outpatient/ .

Our Guiding Principles

• Image - Integrity is the fair and honest benchmark by which we make decisions and take actions, in every situation, every day.
• Making a Difference - We distinguish our services by combining the comfort and convenience of outpatient imaging care with the innovation and expertise of University of Virginia Health System.
• Accountability - We lead by example, insisting on ownership and responsibility for the services and care that we provide.
• Growth - We are committed to meeting the evolving and expanding imaging needs of those we serve.
• Excellence - We strive to do our best at all times by creating a quality driven, patient-centered, employee empowered and safe workplace.

ABOUT OUR PARTNER- OUTPATIENT IMAGING AFFILIATES, LLC

Serving patients in over 60+ communities in 19 states, OIA is an imaging center management & development operation that is committed to delivering an affordable diagnostic imaging option without compromising customer convenience, care, technology or results. We are always recruiting for talented individuals who are dedicated to excellent patient care and the highest level of customer service. Visit http://www.oiarad.com/Careers/ today to view all our clinical and non-clinical career opportunities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.