MRI Research Technologist, Translational Imaging

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Wake Forest, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computerized tomography (CT) procedures on humans, animals and specimens for research studies. The role involves adhering to study-established scanning protocols, dispensing and administering contrast material, and maintaining records according to state and federal guidelines. The technologist is responsible for ensuring equipment functions properly through quality control checks and reporting malfunctions. They will prepare supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures, maintain knowledge of age- and species-specific techniques, and explain procedures to patients to alleviate concerns. The position requires proper patient or animal positioning and maintaining competence through ongoing knowledge updates. Other related duties incidental to the work described may also be performed.

Requirements

Associate's degree or Two-Year Professional Program from an accredited AMA School of Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Medicine Technology required.
Two years of MRI scanning experience required.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification required.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from MRI training program preferred.
Experience in clinical radiology and/or nuclear medicine with MRI experience preferred.
CT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs MRI exams and procedures using skilled techniques and demonstrating appropriate knowledge of field strength and practice of safe entry in the magnetic field.
Performs CT exams and procedures demonstrating expertise in limiting radiation exposure to participants and other members of the research team.
Adheres to study established scanning protocols.
Dispenses and administers doses of contrast material according to approved methods.
Records and maintains records according to state and federal guidelines.
Ensures efficient and proper functioning of equipment by performing quality control checks at the beginning of each work day and reporting equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
Prepares necessary supplies and/or set-up of equipment to prepare for scheduled procedures.
Maintains a knowledge of appropriate procedures for age- and species-specific techniques.
Explains procedures to patients to allay concerns or fears.
Positions patient or animal properly for procedures.
Maintains competence by regularly updating knowledge as appropriate.
Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.