MRI Tech
About The Position
The MRI technologist works with radiologists and other staff to prepare patients and operate magnetic resonance equipment to obtain diagnostic scans. Under general supervision, the technologist performs a variety of exams and procedures according to departmental protocols and physician orders. The role includes positioning patients for imaging and setting appropriate technical factors to produce quality images for radiologist interpretation. The technologist helps ensure patient safety and comfort, explains procedures and post-procedure instructions, prioritizes workflow, and works collaboratively with coworkers to meet patient and team goals. The role also involves safely operating and maintaining equipment, performing warm-up and quality-control procedures, using imaging protocols, and reviewing image quality to determine whether repeat imaging is needed. Additional duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Graduate of an accredited school for Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
- ARRT or ARMRIT registration in MRI, or eligibility; registry must be completed within 12 months of hire.
- Proficiency in verbal and written communication.
- Ability to work in a stressful environment and multitask.
- Proficiency in MRI safety.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of healthcare experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients and operate magnetic resonance equipment to obtain diagnostic scans.
- Perform exams and procedures according to departmental protocols and physician orders.
- Position patients for imaging and set appropriate technical factors to produce quality images.
- Ensure patient safety and comfort; explain procedures and post-procedure instructions to patients.
- Prioritize workflow according to patient condition and support timely patient arrival and departure.
- Communicate professionally and regularly with coworkers and participate in staff meetings.
- Safely manipulate equipment within its limitations and maintain sterile equipment and fields.
- Perform equipment warm-up and quality-control procedures and use protocols to image internal structures.
- Review images for quality and determine whether repeat imaging is necessary.
- Participate in identifying and planning improvements using patient satisfaction and practice performance information.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
