MRI Tech (FLEXI)

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare•Chesapeake, VA

17h

About The Position

The MRI Technologist performs all duties associated with acquisition, processing, submission for interpretation and archiving of MRI images. They are responsible for the quality of patient care, performance of daily activities, maintenance, and quality control performance. This role involves performing routine to complex magnetic resonance procedures, producing images for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner. The technologist is expected to be trained and educated in MR safety issues, including RF-related thermal loading, burns, and neuromuscular excitation from gradients. They review physician orders, follow protocols, communicate equipment issues, and educate patients and families. Quality assurance, safety inspections, and reporting of hazardous conditions are also key responsibilities. The role requires an understanding of cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiopharmacology, and medical terminology. Ensuring physician orders and patient history are documented, reviewing patient safety for exams, and managing patient needs during procedures are critical. The technologist will prepare, position, and perform procedures using established MR protocols or as prescribed, administer medications, perform venipuncture, and evaluate image quality. They must identify and manage emergency situations, conduct POC Creatinine clearance testing, and know emergency shut-down procedures and quench reactions. Selecting appropriate pulse sequences, manipulating digital data, and maintaining archival storage are also part of the duties. The role includes assisting with inventory, following safety standards, directing assistants, performing preceptor duties, and maintaining the appearance and readiness of exam rooms and equipment. Flexibility in work schedules is expected to ensure patient care.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program or MRI Program.
ARRT-MRI or ARMRIT certification or ARRT registered, and MRI certified within two years of employment.
BLS certified.

Nice To Haves

Previous MRI experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs routine to complex magnetic resonance procedures and related techniques, producing images at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.
Reviews all diagnostic imaging physician orders and follows written and/or verbal protocols and instructions.
Communicate equipment malfunctions and low inventory levels to the appropriate supervisor/lead.
Educate patients and families regarding the exam and answer any questions as appropriate.
Perform quality assurance, visual preventative safety inspections and report dangerous department or equipment conditions to the appropriate personnel.
Ensure physician's order and patient's clinical history information is documented and available for the Radiologist.
Review patient history and screening questions/answers to ensure patient is safe to have the exam.
Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures by observing change in status, making appropriate intervention, or contacting primary care giver for instructions.
Identifies, prepares, positions patient, and competently performs procedures by using established MR protocols or as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner for diagnostic interpretation or intervention, to achieve the highest quality image.
Performs venipuncture and maintains intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
Identifies, prepares, and/or administers medications as prescribed by and under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Evaluates images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded.
Identifies and manages emergency situations.
Conducts POC Creatinine clearance testing in accordance with established MR protocols or as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner for diagnostic interpretation.
Selects appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
Manipulates and reconstructs digital data for display or hard copy records, ensuring proper identification is evident.
Maintains archival storage of digital data as appropriate.
Assists in maintaining supply inventory.
Follows the established Safety Standards, Policy, and Procedures to ensure a safe environment in the MRI zones for self, patients, visitors, and staff.
Directs Imaging Technologist Assistants as needed.
Performs preceptor duties, as necessary for new staff.
Establishes ownership of clinical area by taking pride in appearance and readiness of exam rooms, equipment, and supplies.
Takes the initiative to help other modalities/areas of the Imaging Center as assigned or when workload/area allows.
Adhere to the Service Excellence Standards and Expectations at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center.
Exhibit excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
Exhibit courteous communication skills and an ability to work with others, exercising good judgment in performance of job duties.
Demonstrate courtesy, compassion, and respect to others in adherence of the hospital's philosophy and policy for promoting positive work and customer environments.
Work as a team to continuously improve work quality.
Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work schedules when it is necessary to ensure patient care.
Present self in a positive manner as reflected by personal attire and etiquette.
Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services.