MRI Tech

SCA Health•Boise, ID

About The Position

The MRI Tech operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment to obtain images used by physicians to diagnose and treat pathologies. The role selects appropriate imaging techniques, operates the scanner console and peripheral hardware, enters and monitors patient data, and evaluates images for technical quality. It also involves transferring images to magnetic media and developing film using an automatic processor. The MRI Tech informs patients about procedures and the importance of removing metal objects, positions and immobilizes patients, and sets up supportive devices for precise positioning. The role ensures radiology requisitions are accurate and complete, follows infection-control guidelines, completes posted daily responsibilities, and provides compassionate, respectful, responsive patient care. The position works under general supervision and performs other related responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiological Technology program.
Currently licensed in MRI through an accrediting bureau (ARRT).

Responsibilities

Operate MRI equipment to produce images for diagnostic purposes as ordered by a physician.
Select appropriate imaging techniques and operate the scanner console and peripheral hardware.
Enter and monitor patient data, transfer images to magnetic media, and develop film in an automatic processor.
Explain procedures to patients and ensure they understand the importance of removing metal objects before the magnet is activated.
Position and immobilize patients and set up supportive devices to obtain precise positioning.
Enter technical data into the computer and evaluate images for technical quality.
Ensure radiology requisitions are accurate and complete, including noted initials.
Follow infection-control guidelines and complete posted daily responsibilities.
Provide personalized care with compassion, respect, and responsiveness to each patient's needs.
Perform miscellaneous job-related responsibilities as assigned.