MRI Technologist (Mon, Tues, Fri 7am-7:30pm)

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Perform diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging procedures for clinical and research patient care populations as a member of the multidisciplinary team. Proactively support safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. This position includes a sign-on bonus incentive. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, with a day shift. The job description lists a shift start time of 7:30 AM and an end time of 8:00 PM; the title lists 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

Requirements

Six months of supervised clinical experience in MRI.
Successful completion of an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)-approved educational program.
Successful completion of an accredited Magnetic Resonance (MR) program and eligibility for the ARRT (MR) credential.
An ARRT credential in Radiography (R), American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) credential, or Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) credential.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) credential required no later than 12 months after hire; failure to obtain it within 12 months may result in separation from the role, up to termination.
For outpatient centers only, a CT credential is required no later than 24 months after hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment.
Understand MRI safety standards and pass MRI department safety courses with a score of 80% or better.
Good communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and patient management skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
Experience in pediatrics.

Responsibilities

Operate modality-specific technical equipment for patient care imaging, image processing, transmission and archiving, and computerized electronic medical records.
Update electronic medical records through order entry, exam scheduling and check-in, beginning and ending exams, exam verification and merging, and image rejection.
Ensure accurate billing for radiology procedures.
Provide radiologists and physicians with patient history relevant to the exam and obtain informed consent.
Assist radiologists as required with administration of contrast media and/or radioisotopes during exams.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, sedation/anesthesia personnel, and other staff to ensure safe patient outcomes.
Participate in department and modality-specific quality improvement initiatives, including ACR accreditation.
Perform radiologic examinations using standardized protocols and evaluate images for technical quality before sending them to the picture archiving and communication system for radiologist interpretation.
Demonstrate competencies that incorporate age-specific guidelines, include family members or caregivers in patient care, and provide education appropriate to the learning needs of patients and families.
Use critical thinking to support desired outcomes and organizational and department goals while following hospital and departmental policies and demonstrating service excellence.
Complete system and department educational requirements, including mandatory computer-based training and annual competencies.
Adhere to MRI safety guidelines, practices, and policies, considering potential interactions between ferromagnetic objects and the MRI environment.