Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist I

Tidelands Health

About The Position

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist I Are you passionate about quality and committed to excellence? Consider joining our Tidelands Health team. As our region's largest health care provider, we are also one of our area's largest employers. More than 2,500 team members at more than 70 Tidelands Health locations bring our healing mission to life each day. A Brief Overview The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist is a highly skilled professional who uses specialized MRI equipment to produce computer-generated diagnostic images which aid radiologists in diagnosing a wide variety of diseases and disorders. They perform procedures at a technical level requiring sound understanding of anatomical positioning and physiology; a high degree of technical competency and with the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity with minimal supervision.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology. Required or Certificate of MRI technology certification program. Required
Minimum one (1) year MRI experience
Understand and utilize anatomical positioning, physics MRI safety
Critical thinking
Time management
Effective communication
Proficiency in IV access for contrast media administration
Magnetic Resonance Imaging - American Registry Radiologic Technologist ARRT (MR) certification required or registry eligible (if eligible must obtain MR certification within 24 months of hire or transfer date). Required
Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association is required within 30 days of hire. Recertification every two years is Required
South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association certified. Preferred
Medium Physical Demand

Responsibilities

Review orders prior to the day of procedure to ensure accuracy and to avoid delay in patient care.
Provide excellent patient care by educating and preparing patients for their procedure and MR safety while utilizing effective communication.
Obtain and document accurate patient medical history to assist radiologist’s interpretation.
Ensure patient comfort and safety for the duration of their procedure.
Perform MRI procedures as required based on physician’s order.
Perform complex tasks associated with the operation of MRI and related coils to obtain highest quality images of the anatomy being scanned.
Start I.V., load and operate power injector, and administer contrast media as directed and per protocol.
Completion of exam in hospital information system.
Cleaning and maintaining all imaging equipment.
May also assist with mentoring and/or training students, new hires.