MRI Technician PRN, Acute

Lifepoint Health•Flemingsburg, KY

About The Position

The MRI Technologist performs magnetic resonance imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. The role reviews patient history and physician orders; explains procedures, equipment, and exams to patients; prepares and administers contrast media or medications when ordered and within scope; monitors patient condition; and prepares imaging equipment and supplies. The technologist selects imaging parameters, positions patients, performs imaging procedures, evaluates image quality, and takes appropriate steps to resolve quality issues, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures. The role also enters, transmits, and reports scan results; accurately documents patient and examination information and charges in computer systems; screens patients for MRI contraindications and identifies MRI-compatible and non-compatible items. The technologist coordinates examinations and supports department workflow and continuity of patient care, including assisting with workflow management when the MRI supervisor or team leader is absent.

Requirements

Associate's degree.
ARRT certification with additional certification in Mammography; if not Mammography-certified, certification must be obtained within one year of hire or transfer.
Critical-thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
BLS required.
Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Review patient history and physician orders.
Educate patients about procedures, equipment, and exams to support their understanding and cooperation.
Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications when ordered and within scope of practice.
Continuously monitor patient condition and report or respond to changes as appropriate.
Prepare equipment and supplies.
Select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
Position patients and perform imaging procedures.
Analyze results and identify issues with image quality.
Take appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures.
Enter, transmit, and report scan results.
Coordinate MRI examinations to support quality and continuity of patient care.
Assist with department workflow management to ensure completion of work assignments when the MRI supervisor or team leader is absent.
Accurately document patient name, medical record number, date of birth, examination performed, and related charges using computer systems.
Screen patients for MRI contraindications.
Identify MRI-compatible and non-compatible items within or on patients.