MRI Technologist

Summary:

• 8a-4p, 2-3 days a week, possible weekend
• Location: Extending hours at current location

Responsibilities:

• Operate and prepare specialized equipment to perform magnetic imaging procedures.
• Apply technical judgment to obtain studies of acceptable diagnostic quality according to written protocols and patients' needs.
• Position patients and associated coils to obtain optimum study.
• Provide patient education relevant to specific imaging procedures by informing the patient of the nature of the procedure, the area to be imaged, and any specific instructions the patient may need.
• Review all patient safety questionnaires before introducing any patients into the MRI scan room.
• Ensure all MRI images are appropriately labeled as specified by the department SOP.
• Evaluate images for technical acceptability and ensure images are transmitted to PACS in a timely fashion.
• Complete all studies performed in IDX (Radiology Information System) in a timely fashion.
• Maintain cleanliness of radiology room and equipment at the start and end of the shift, including removal of soiled or dirty linen.
• Scan patient-related documents.
• Maintain supplies and accessories in the radiographic room necessary to safely perform duties, as required.
• Accurately record all required patient tracking information into IDX (Radiology Information System).
• Schedule exams into IDX (Radiology Information System) as required.
• Inform supervisor or appropriate personnel of needed repairs to equipment or unsafe conditions.
• Assist physician directly as required.
• Call for in-patients as required.
• Perform related clerical duties in the absence of support personnel.
• Maintain safety standards via strict adherence to safety guidelines to prevent the introduction of ferromagnetic material into the scan room.
• Protect self, patients, and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols.
• Attend in-services and other professional development meetings as required.
• Maintain in good standing, licensure specific to the job to include adherence to Article - of the Public Health Code.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• IV Certified.
• Strong background in cross-sectional anatomy, physical sciences, and M.R. physics.
• Excellent technical skills, knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, physiology.

Preferred Skills:

• Minimum two years' experience in MRI.