MRI Tech

UVA Community Health•Haymarket, VA

14d•$39 - $50

About The Position

The MRI technologist works with radiologists and fellow staff members 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 technologist positions patients for imaging and sets appropriate technical factors on imaging equipment to produce quality images for radiologist interpretation. The role includes providing patient care, explaining procedures and post-procedure orders, promoting patient safety and comfort, coordinating workflow, communicating and collaborating with the team, and safely operating and maintaining imaging equipment. 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.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 100 pounds; safe-handling equipment must be used for weights over 35 pounds.

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’ body parts for imaging and set appropriate technical factors on imaging equipment.
Ensure patient safety and comfort; explain procedures and post-procedure orders to patients.
Prioritize workflow based on patient condition and support timely patient arrival and departure.
Communicate and collaborate professionally 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 adjust cameras to obtain appropriate density and contrast.
Use protocols to image internal structures and critique images for quality, determining whether repeats are necessary.
Participate in identifying opportunities to improve patient satisfaction and practice performance.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Meet on-call responsibilities as directed and travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed.