MRI Technologist I

Advocate Health • Charlotte, NC

6d • $38 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist I performs MRI examinations and supports patients throughout the imaging process, from reviewing exam requests through completion of dictated results. The technologist verifies orders, confirms patient identity, interviews patients and reviews medical records for relevant clinical history, explains procedures, prepares patients, and documents information appropriately. The role includes preparing and administering IV contrast according to departmental protocols, evaluating image quality, recognizing abnormal anatomy, and obtaining additional images or measurements as instructed. The technologist also performs basic patient care, assists physicians and other medical personnel during MRI exams and invasive procedures, and responds to patient emergencies as needed.

The position requires adherence to MRI and radiation safety standards, infection-control and sterile-technique procedures, and hospital fire and safety requirements. Responsibilities also include documenting contrast administration, operating the radiology computer system, reporting equipment malfunctions, maintaining a clean and stocked work area, and keeping current with required competencies and safety training. The schedule is full-time, with rotating 12-hour first-shift hours, every other Saturday, no call, and no holidays.

Requirements

• Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency recognized by ARRT in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Advanced registry in MRI from ARRT or certification from ARMRIT.
• Current BLS certification.
• Meet all required competency checklist elements for the applicable advancement level, including basic cardiac MR competencies described in MRI Tech I and Tech II competency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Examine requests and verify orders for assigned patients; refer or question orders with the Radiologist and contact the ordering provider about discrepancies.
• Identify patients using two identifiers, assist them, explain procedures, prepare them, and document information on appropriate worksheets.
• Interview patients and review inpatient, ER, and outpatient electronic medical records for relevant clinical history; record history on requisitions and correlate test results and laboratory data with the exam.
• Assume responsibility for the exam from its beginning through completion of dictated results.
• Prepare and administer IV contrast according to departmental protocols and record the contrast type and amount when requested.
• Evaluate image quality, consult a Radiologist when needed, recognize abnormal anatomy, and process additional or reconstructed images and measurements as instructed.
• Perform basic patient care, notify nursing personnel of changes in patient condition, initiate life-support measures when necessary, and assist in code blue procedures.
• Perform MRI scanning and assist physicians or PAs during invasive procedures, using proper sterile technique and following bloodborne pathogen, isolation, and infection-control procedures.
• Obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
• Follow radiation safety practices for self, employees, patients, and family members.
• Report malfunctioning equipment to department leadership and clinical engineering or the radiology engineer.
• Maintain the knowledge and skills needed to work safely around bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease.
• Follow hospital fire and safety procedures, attend in-service classes, and complete required safety modules.
• Operate the radiology computer system, including entering orders and charging procedures and supplies; document contrast administration in the MAR.
• Keep the assigned work area neat, orderly, clean, and stocked.
• Assist other medical personnel, including anesthesia, with exams or services performed in conjunction with an MRI scan.
• Maintain knowledge of MRI safety requirements for staff and patients in and around magnetic fields.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree