MRI Technologist

UVA Health•Haymarket, VA

4d•$38 - $59

About The Position

The MRI Technologist works with radiologists and other staff to prepare patients and operate magnetic resonance equipment to obtain diagnostic scans. Under general supervision, the technologist performs a variety of examinations and procedures according to departmental protocols and physician orders. The technologist positions patients for imaging and selects appropriate technical factors to produce quality images for radiologist interpretation. The role includes ensuring patient safety and comfort, explaining procedures and post-procedure instructions, coordinating workflow, and working collaboratively with the care team. The technologist follows standards for safely operating equipment, maintains sterile equipment and fields, completes equipment warm-up and quality-control procedures, uses protocols to image internal structures, and evaluates image quality to determine whether repeat imaging is needed. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Graduate of an accredited school for Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
ARRT or ARMRIT registration in MRI, or eligibility for registration; registry must be completed within 12 months of hire.
Proficiency in verbal and written communication.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and multitask.
Proficiency in MRI safety.
Ability to meet the physical demands described: constant standing, frequent walking, bending or stooping, and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 100 pounds; use safe-handling equipment for weights over 35 pounds.
Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly.

Nice To Haves

Two years of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients and operate MRI equipment to obtain diagnostic scans.
Perform examinations and procedures according to departmental protocols and physician orders.
Position patients and set appropriate technical factors to produce quality images for radiologist interpretation.
Ensure patient safety and comfort; explain procedures and post-procedure instructions to patients.
Prioritize workflow according to patient condition and support timely patient arrival and departure.
Communicate professionally with coworkers and participate in staff meetings.
Safely manipulate imaging equipment within its limitations and maintain sterile equipment and fields.
Perform equipment warm-up and quality-control procedures; use imaging protocols to obtain images of internal structures.
Review images for quality and determine whether repeat imaging is necessary.
Use patient satisfaction and practice performance data to identify and participate in improvement efforts.
Perform additional duties as assigned.