MRI Technologist II

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

About The Position

Provides quality patient care while performing diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy and/or physiology for interpretation or intervention, adhering to MRI safety principles. Exercises professional judgment, supports safe and effective procedure completion, and maintains a demeanor that contributes to quality care. The role may require work at any facility and includes patient transport, maintaining clean and organized work areas, and assisting with student technologist supervision and new technologist training.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology, Sonography, or Nuclear Medicine, or graduate of an approved MRI technologist program through the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
Hold valid certification from at least one of the following: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
Hold valid ARRT MRI certification or have graduated from an approved ARMRIT MRI technologist program.
Maintain current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
At least two years of MRI experience.
Experience in at least one of the following: advanced imaging proficiency (including 3D Lab, IR procedural imaging, breast imaging, or cardiac imaging); serving as a site proctor/preceptor for onboarding new hires and cross-training; or primary responsibility for dual imaging roles with current proficiency and routine work in a secondary modality.

Nice To Haves

Valid Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure by the State of Florida (preferred).

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy and/or physiology for interpretation or intervention.
Exercise professional judgment and maintain a demeanor that supports quality care.
Provide appropriate care, recognize patient conditions, and ensure successful completion of procedures.
Comply with state and federal regulations applicable to each modality and with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Assess patients’ physical conditions and age-specific needs; provide instructions to achieve cooperation and desired results.
Verify patient identity, obtain clinical history, and ensure accurate documentation.
Position patients, equipment, and associated devices, and adjust technical factors to produce high-quality images.
Assess diagnostic images for technical quality, annotation, patient identification, and demonstration of relevant anatomy.
Apply MRI safety principles to patients, self, and others; ensure customer safety.
Comply with Quality Control standards and participate in Quality Control tasks.
Administer contrast medication, with and without power injectors; perform venipuncture and evaluate IV access for prescribed contrast administration.
Provide medical aid in response to adverse reactions to contrast medication or other emergencies.
Use standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
Assist in supervising student technologists and training new technologists.
Use Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with applicable policies and laws.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment, and keep work areas stocked and organized.
Work at any facility as required and provide patient transport.