MRI Technologist II
About The Position
Operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment, computers, and image management systems to perform MRI exams. Collaborates with radiologists and other staff regarding patient testing and follows MRI safe practices at all times. Works in a hospital facility offering full hospital services and provides direct patient care to high-acuity emergency, inpatient, and outpatient patients, including trauma and ICU patients. The role involves producing diagnostic tomographic images, preparing and positioning patients, selecting appropriate anatomic and technical parameters, and submitting high-quality images and related patient information to PACS. The technologist also performs patient screening, scheduling, and education, and helps maintain an orderly department.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Graduation from an accredited radiology program with a specialized diploma.
- Ability to handle medical and confidential information relating to patients, families, physicians, and nursing personnel effectively and ethically.
- Ability to exercise maturity and individual judgment when working with patients, equipment, and personnel involved in MRI exams.
- Clear and concise written and oral communication skills, including email.
- Skills in technical data interpretation.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support, State of Pennsylvania, upon hire.
- One of the following credentials: RT - Registered Technologist Radiology, State of Pennsylvania, upon hire; MR - Magnetic Resonance Imaging ARRT, State of Pennsylvania, upon hire; or ARMRIT - Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist, American Registry of MRI Technologists, within one year.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of insurance benefit and eligibility websites.
- Knowledge of medical insurance terminology.
Responsibilities
- Perform contrast injections under the direct supervision of a radiologist or designated physician.
- Assist in the diagnosis and treatment of neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Acquire or produce tomographic images of designated portions of the human body using MRI equipment.
- Prepare and position patients and accurately select anatomic and technical parameters to produce cross-sectional images.
- Promptly submit high-quality images and documents to PACS, ensuring image quality and accurate patient data and history.
- Perform patient prescreening, scheduling, and education related to examinations.
- Help maintain clean and orderly procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, and other departmental areas.
- Perform additional duties based on departmental needs.
Benefits
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays are referenced in the work schedule.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
