MRI Mobile Technologist - 3 day workweek, no on-call

Lumexa Imaging•Charlotte, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Charlotte Radiology is hiring an MRI Mobile Technologist to perform diagnostic MRI scanning procedures and produce consistently high-quality examinations in accordance with applicable standards, regulations, and licensing requirements. The technologist provides excellent patient care and monitors patient safety, including radiation safety and contrast dosing. The role includes accurately completing orders, paperwork, lab work, and authorization confirmation. The schedule is Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., at SouthPark in Charlotte, North Carolina. A sign-on bonus is available. The technologist performs patient safety screening, scanning, and intravenous injections of gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs), and works with radiologists and referring physicians when protocols or examinations need clarification or adjustment. The position also involves operating MRI and X-ray equipment, maintaining quality-assurance documentation and supplies, and coordinating imaging distribution with PACS/IT.

Requirements

ARRT (MR) certification.
BLS certification.
Associate degree in Radiologic Technology.
MRI experience.
Ability to perform procedures according to departmental protocols and standards.
Ability to operate MRI scanners, IV contrast injectors, and oxygen tanks.
Computer literacy and knowledge of CR programs.
Keep current with local and federal regulations applicable to the role and licensure.
Ability to communicate with the Radiologist or referring physician when a protocol must be obtained or a test altered.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift the appropriate weight determined by Charlotte Radiology (50–75 pounds).
Positive communication skills and excellent customer service skills.
Competence in performing IVs.

Responsibilities

Examine orders and verify patient requests for accuracy; address questionable orders with the Radiologist before performing procedures.
Operate MRI equipment to produce quality images of designated body areas under physician orders and in accordance with MRI safety procedures.
Operate X-ray equipment to produce quality images under physician orders and in accordance with radiation safety procedures.
Complete paperwork, orders, email order requests, and authorization tasks accurately and promptly.
Record patient medical history and correlate test results and laboratory data with the examination being performed.
Perform intravenous injections of GBCA when required and perform IVs.
Monitor supplies, stock room, and equipment; initiate orders or repairs as needed, and maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
Maintain required quality-assurance documentation.
Communicate with the Radiologist regarding protocols and with PACS/IT regarding imaging distribution, as needed.
Review patient history and identify allergies that could interfere with testing.
Report malfunctioning equipment to the Radiology engineer.
Perform basic patient-care functions and inform the Radiologist or nurse of changes in a patient's condition when needed.