Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist - FT, Weekends

Prisma Health•Richland, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist independently operates MRI equipment to obtain high-quality images and provide appropriate patient care to patients of all ages. The role screens patients and staff entering MRI Zones 3 and 4 to help ensure magnet safety. The technologist performs imaging procedures, prepares and administers contrast within scope of practice, follows safety and cleaning protocols, and carries out related documentation and equipment quality-control tasks. The position also provides clinical instruction to staff technologists and students and may help prepare staff schedules and coordinate daily workflow as needed. This is a non-management position reporting to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive. The position is bonus eligible.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
ARRT registration in Radiology and MRI, or ARRT registration in MRI, or ARMRIT certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Proficient computer skills, including database use.
Data-entry skills.
Mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

Perform MRI procedures proficiently, including appropriate patient positioning, coil selection, and use of scanning protocols; complete and charge studies in a timely manner and deliver them to the radiologist for interpretation.
Identify patients using two identifiers and communicate with patients and medical staff about MRI safety questionnaires and relevant clinical history.
Obtain completed safety questionnaires and appropriate patient history to ensure magnet safety; communicate patient sedation needs to appropriate medical staff and inform patients and families of delays.
Screen all patients and staff entering MRI Zones 3 and 4 for magnet safety.
Prepare scan rooms using approved cleaning protocols; properly discard sharps and maintain adequate supplies and linen.
Prepare and administer MRI contrast materials within scope of practice, as prescribed by a physician or under an approved radiology protocol.
Implement emergency procedures as needed.
Perform relevant department and hospital computer functions and accurately and promptly enter and record data.
Perform equipment- and procedure-related quality-control tasks to ensure standards are met.
Check email during each shift to stay informed about organizational, affiliate, and departmental changes and updates.
Provide clinical instruction to staff technologists and students.
As needed, prepare staff schedules to support appropriate department staffing and coordinate daily workflow.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with Prisma Health's purpose: “Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.”