MRI Tech, Per Diem, 8hr. Variable Shift

Cedars-Sinai•Marina del Rey, CA

About The Position

The MRI Technologist I performs generally non-complex Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans using approved procedures and protocols. The technologist follows standards of practice and department guidelines for speed, organization, precision, and accuracy; meets department productivity standards; and performs scans appropriate to the patient population. The role also includes transporting medications from the delivery area to the authorized imaging area.

Requirements

Minimum associate degree or college diploma and graduation from a JRCERT-accredited radiological program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree and graduation from a JRCERT-accredited radiological program.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, R.T.(R).
California Radiologic Technologist credential.
Imaging Registered Rad Tech / Advanced MRI Certification.
One year of experience performing a variety of MRI scans in a clinical environment.

Responsibilities

Perform MRI examinations using approved procedures and protocols, maintaining accuracy and meeting department productivity standards.
Receive and transcribe verbal orders from licensed independent practitioners within the technologist’s scope of practice and in accordance with institutional and departmental policies.
Preview MRI images, monitor them for accuracy, perform section-specific imaging quality control, and prepare and send images to designated viewing systems.
Maintain room supply inventory and maintain the crash cart as needed.
Follow sterilization protocols.
Follow medication management and disposal guidelines, including receiving, stocking, holding, and discarding medication containers as required.
Perform venipuncture and prepare and administer MRI imaging and adjunctive medications in accordance with hospital medication-safety guidelines.
Enter accurate and timely documentation in applicable electronic medical records, workbooks, and logs.
Perform weekend and beginning- and/or end-of-shift duties as applicable to the shift assignment.
Operate, calibrate, and maintain imaging equipment and accessories; promptly report defective equipment and mark it out of service.
Participate in performance-improvement activities and departmental or organizational committees, including safety audits, turnaround-time projects, and customer-service initiatives.
Provide patient and family education appropriate to age and demographic population.
Transport medications from the delivery area to the authorized imaging area.