Who We Are
JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.
Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance
outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.
Why JPS?
We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road:
1. Own it. Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.
2. Seek joy. Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.
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When working here, you're surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication. We look forward to meeting you!
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Job Title:
Cardiac MRI Tech- OutPatient- Part-time Days
Requisition Number:
45922
Employment Type:
Part Time
Division:
CLINICAL/PROF SERVICES - RADIOLOGY
Compensation Type:
Hourly
Job Category:
Allied Health
Hours Worked:
Tues, Wed, Thurs 7:30a-5pm
Location:
Viola Pitts/Como Health Center
Shift Worked:
Day
Job Description:
Job Summary: The Cardiac MRI Technologist performs specialized cardiac MRI procedures to produce high-quality diagnostic images for the evaluation of cardiac function, viability, cardiomyopathy, congenital heart disease, and vascular conditions. Utilizes advanced cardiac imaging techniques, ECG gating methods, and post-processing applications to ensure image quality and diagnostic accuracy. This role screens and monitors patients throughout procedures, administers contrast media in accordance with established protocols, and collaborates with Radiologists, Cardiologists, and other healthcare professionals to support patient care. The Cardiac MRI Technologist maintains accurate documentation, utilizes PACS, EMR, and related systems, and adheres to departmental policies, safety standards, and quality requirements while contributing to efficient departmental operations and ongoing professional development.
Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities:
Performs cardiac procedures as ordered and obtains images according to written protocols to include cardiac function, viability, cardiomyopathy, and vascular imaging.
Performs cardiac MRI examinations utilizing appropriate acquisition techniques, imaging protocols, and ECG gating methods to ensure diagnostic image quality.
Monitors ECG waveforms during cardiac MRI procedures, identifies rhythm irregularities that may affect image acquisition, and implements appropriate adjustments to optimize image quality.
Obtains high-quality cardiac MRI images utilizing ECG gating, breath-hold techniques, and cardiac-specific imaging sequences.
Assists Radiologists and Cardiologists in completing cardiac MRI studies including viability, functional assessment, cardiomyopathy, congenital heart, and vascular imaging.
Monitors patients throughout cardiac MRI procedures for changes in condition, cardiac rhythm irregularities, or contrast-related reactions and escalates concerns appropriately.
Positions patients’ appropriately using immobilization and protective equipment as directed by the provider.
Organizes and accurately performs the individual steps in established procedures in the proper sequence. Reviews, manipulates, and evaluates images to deliver high-quality diagnostic images. This includes any required post processing at remote workstations.
Screens and interviews each patient using designated MRI Patient Clinical Assessment Form.
Administers IV contrast with proper dosage according to department policy. Documents dosage in permanent record.
Performs routine non-cardiac MRI exams, in addition to cardiac MRI exams.
Performs routine assignments using existing procedures, and has conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a discipline, typically acquired through technical training.
Utilizes Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and other department-specific software applications to support patient care, documentation, workflow management, and operational efficiency.
Participates in the equitable distribution of departmental workload assignments to support efficient operations, timely service delivery, and optimal patient care.
Performs assigned duties in a variety of clinical environments and locations, adapting to changing operational needs and work assignments.
- Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
- Completion of JCERT approved school of Radiology Technology or ACR approved training course.
- 3 plus years of experience working as an MRI Technologist.
- 2 plus years working in MRI Cardiac Imaging; to include experience with ECG gating, contrast administration, and cardiac MRI protocols.
- Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in MRI, American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT), or MRI certification eligible; must obtain within 12 months of hire date.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) by first day of employment is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified by the State of Texas as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).
- Associate degree in Radiologic Sciences.
Location Address:
4701 Bryant Irvin Road N.
Fort Worth, Texas, 76107
United States
