Cardiac MR Technologist | Rapid City Hospital

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital•Rapid City, SD

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs MRI and cardiac examinations utilizing a variety of technical aspects that require judgement, ingenuity, and initiative in applying imaging parameters to obtain diagnostic images. Promotes a cooperative and professional atmosphere with emphasis on patient care, while keeping magnet integrity in mind. Serves patients of all ages.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent: General Studies
Graduate - Radiology Program
1+ years of MRI Experience
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) - Within 60 days of hire or transfer
(ARRT)(R)(MR) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification with advanced certification in MRI

Nice To Haves

Associates: Related Field

Responsibilities

Competently scans MR and CMR protocols developed by radiologists and cardiologists.
Ensures no ferrous metal objects are taken into the scan room.
Properly positions coil and patient to obtain the best image quality.
Handles coils with care.
Pads placed where necessary for patient comfort.
Routes all IV lines and monitoring cables safely in and out of the magnet bore.
Selects scanning parameters based on established protocols and information obtained from patient history, chart, requisition, and previous exams.
Prepares and administers correct amount of contrast, using aseptic techniques as outlined in the Infection Control manual.
Able to start and maintain IV lines.
Documents appropriately in patients chart.
Ensures the procedure and related supplies are billed correctly.
Reports malfunctions to service representative by logging a service call and notifies charge technologist and/or supervisor.
Develops and maintains teamwork.
Demonstrates willingness to learn new procedures and accepts additional responsibilities.
Is on time and prepared to work scheduled hours.
Competently works within required computer programs (i.e. PACs, RIS, Vrad) as well as manual downtime processes.
All other duties as assigned.