Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist - FT, Weekends

Prisma Health•Columbia, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist independently operates MRI equipment to produce high-quality images and provide an appropriate level of patient care to patients of all ages. The role includes screening patients and staff entering MRI Zones 3 and 4 to ensure magnet safety. The position is bonus eligible. The technologist performs MRI procedures, prepares patients and scan rooms, administers approved contrast materials within scope of practice, and completes associated documentation and computer tasks. The role also supports equipment and procedure quality control, provides clinical instruction to staff technologists and students, and may assist with staffing schedules and daily workflow as needed. This is a non-management position reporting to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive. The role is based at Richland Hospital, 5 Medical Park Rd, Richland, and works the weekend shift.

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

Operate MRI equipment independently and perform procedures proficiently, using appropriate positioning, coils, and scanning protocols.
Complete imaging studies in a timely manner, charge them appropriately, and deliver them to the radiologist for interpretation promptly after the exam.
Identify patients using two patient identifiers and communicate with patients and medical staff about MRI safety questionnaires and relevant clinical history.
Obtain completed safety questionnaires and appropriate patient history for magnet safety.
Communicate patient sedation needs to appropriate medical staff and inform patients and families about delays.
Prepare scan rooms for procedures using approved cleaning protocols; properly discard sharps and maintain 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 department and hospital computer functions, and enter and record data accurately and promptly.
Perform equipment- and procedure-related quality control tasks to ensure standards are met.
Check email on each shift to stay current on organizational, affiliate, and departmental changes and updates.
Provide clinical instruction to staff technologists and students.
As needed, prepare staff schedules to ensure appropriate department coverage and coordinate daily workflow.
Perform other duties as assigned.
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