MRI Technologist Assistant

REGIONAL MEDICAL IMAGING•Flint, MI

About The Position

The MRI Technologist Assistant supports technologists in maintaining efficient workflow and providing optimal patient care. The role helps verify orders and patient information, prepares and positions patients for MRI exams, supports MRI safety procedures, assists with IV access when needed for contrast injections (but does not inject contrast), and performs related imaging-room and administrative tasks. The assistant may also help during breast biopsies and perform other duties assigned by the Chief Tech and technologists. The position requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively, communicate effectively with patients, and use RIS and PACS systems and CD-burning software. Meetings and training sessions may occasionally take place outside regular working hours to accommodate departmental needs. The position is part-time, hourly, and non-exempt. Days and hours may vary according to departmental needs; the schedule includes Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with first- or second-shift hours.

Requirements

Six months to one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Phlebotomy or venipuncture experience, including the ability to start IVs and perform angio-cath injections.
Basic medical terminology knowledge to obtain thorough medical histories.
CPR certification.
Blood Borne Pathogens certification.
Continue to obtain the recommended number of continuing education credits each year for applicable certifications.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and understand their responses.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret a wide variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to work independently and in team or group situations.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant certification, or equivalent work experience and training, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Confirm that the scheduled exam and requesting physician are consistent with the order.
Review the referring physician’s order form to verify patient data and the exam being performed.
Interview patients, explain MRI procedures, obtain pertinent exam information, and verify MRI safety requirements regarding potentially hazardous metal objects and implants.
Position patients on the scanner table, place the specified coil over the area of interest, confirm patient comfort, and verify that the patient can operate the emergency bulb.
Gain IV access as needed for contrast injections; do not inject contrast.
Create Viewer and DICOM CDs using current CD-burning software.
Import DICOM CDs to expedite dictation.
Demonstrate competency with RIS and PACS systems.
Maintain a safe work area in accordance with the ACR White Paper on MR Safety.
Check and stock scan rooms and patient preparation rooms.
Check and document fire extinguishers and eyewash stations monthly.
Complete laundry by washing, drying, and putting it away rather than leaving it for the next day.
Assist during breast biopsies.
Perform other duties deemed necessary by the Chief Tech and technologists.
Attend meetings and training sessions as required, which may occasionally be scheduled outside regular working hours.
Support the corporation’s mission, vision, and values.