MRI Technologist

Eisenhower Imaging Center•Rancho Mirage, CA

About The Position

Meets and introduces themselves to patient prior to exam. Performs MRI examinations following EIC Radiologist’s set Protocols Full understanding and operation of all MRI equipment, including use of all Coils. Ensures every person entering the scan room has been appropriately screened. Follows safety guidelines for working in a magnetic field. Maintains constant communication with guest throughout study. Maintains all clinical equipment, including daily and weekly QC, and ability to troubleshoot all MR equipment. Notifies service as needed, maintains service logs and reports any and all performance issues to Clinical Supervisor. Recognizes pathology and takes responsibility consult with Radiologist or perform additional images for study enhancement. Responsible to program and operate IV Contrast injectors. Responsible to observe all IV Contrast injections and respond appropriately. Verifies contrast is appropriately loaded into injector prior to injection of contrast. Obtains patient history, explains standard procedures, and addresses patient concerns. Verifies that appropriate clinical information is included with scan interpretation. Verifies physician order, patient’s Consent, explains standard procedures, and addresses patient concerns prior to performing exam. Operation of 3-D workstation, PACs System and printers. Coordinates patient’s scheduled exam and appropriate medical necessity with Guest Scheduling Representative(s). Consults Radiologist with any and all acute positive findings and communicates exam results with referring physician(s) as requested. Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity. Responsible for accurate coding and completing of all ordered procedures. Performs other related duties as required. Ability to manage high patient volumes. Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Completion of a Radiologic Technologist Program
2 year MR Technologist
Venipuncture Certificate
CPR Certification
ARRT and/or ARMRIT
In depth knowledge of anatomy, physiology and cross sectional anatomy.
Knowledge of the following: Performing all basic and complex MR studies. Principles and techniques on the operation of head, body and surface coils. Advanced computer operations (including keyboard input and proper selection of protocols to scan various anatomical sections.)
Safely guidelines for working in a magnetic field.
Responsible to keep license current and provide copy on annual basis.
Customer Service Oriented
Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
Provide for patient care; comfort, safety and patient confidentiality.
Good Interpersonal skills
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

Meets and introduces themselves to patient prior to exam.
Performs MRI examinations following EIC Radiologist’s set Protocols
Full understanding and operation of all MRI equipment, including use of all Coils.
Ensures every person entering the scan room has been appropriately screened.
Follows safety guidelines for working in a magnetic field.
Maintains constant communication with guest throughout study.
Maintains all clinical equipment, including daily and weekly QC, and ability to troubleshoot all MR equipment.
Notifies service as needed, maintains service logs and reports any and all performance issues to Clinical Supervisor.
Recognizes pathology and takes responsibility consult with Radiologist or perform additional images for study enhancement.
Responsible to program and operate IV Contrast injectors.
Responsible to observe all IV Contrast injections and respond appropriately.
Verifies contrast is appropriately loaded into injector prior to injection of contrast.
Obtains patient history, explains standard procedures, and addresses patient concerns.
Verifies that appropriate clinical information is included with scan interpretation.
Verifies physician order, patient’s Consent, explains standard procedures, and addresses patient concerns prior to performing exam.
Operation of 3-D workstation, PACs System and printers.
Coordinates patient’s scheduled exam and appropriate medical necessity with Guest Scheduling Representative(s).
Consults Radiologist with any and all acute positive findings and communicates exam results with referring physician(s) as requested.
Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
Responsible for accurate coding and completing of all ordered procedures.
Performs other related duties as required.
Ability to manage high patient volumes.
Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.