DIC MRI Tchnl - Contrast IV
About The Position
Operates Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment, prepares patients for examinations, and ensures the proper information is available for the physician to make a diagnosis. The role also assists with patient flow, data reconstruction, and sending images to PACS for physician diagnosis. The technologist screens and prepares patients, performs MRI procedures across a range of anatomical areas and clinical needs, administers IV and oral contrast as ordered, and responds to contrast reactions and IV extravasations. The position works 40 hours per pay period: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and every other Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; holidays as needed.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
- New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist with certification in IV contrast administration.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration.
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging R.T. (MR)(ARRT) certification required within eighteen months of entry into the position.
- Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification.
- Prior radiology experience.
- Knowledge of MRI equipment and protocols.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in MRI.
Responsibilities
- Thoroughly screen patients before procedures, ensure no metal objects enter the procedure room, review screening forms, and check creatinine and calculate GFR to determine eligibility for IV contrast.
- Prepare patients for examinations, explain procedures, set up equipment, and ensure the IV contrast consent form has been obtained.
- Perform MRI procedures including abdominal, thoracic, neurological, extremity, sub-periosteal implant planning, radiation therapy treatment planning, and biopsy examinations.
- Position patients on the examination table within the gantry and enter patient history and other relevant requisition information, including the anatomical area of interest.
- Select and position the appropriate radiofrequency and image coil for the anatomy being imaged.
- Transmit cases to the on-call Radiologist using the Tele-Radiology system.
- Administer IV and oral contrast agents as ordered by the Radiologist; verify contraindications, calculate contrast dose based on patient weight, perform venipuncture, explain IV contrast administration, and complete the IV Contrast Information Sheet.
- Use appropriate flushing technique for an existing IV line when needed and use a power injector to administer IV contrast.
- Recognize and assist in treating contrast agent reactions and IV extravasations.
- Perform related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
