MRI Technologist Afternoons PT Sign on Bonus available

Trane Technologies•Detroit, MI

About The Position

Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, the MRI Technologist performs diagnostic MRI examinations using appropriate imaging equipment. The role verifies patient identity and exam appropriateness, obtains and reviews medical histories, assesses risk factors, explains procedures and associated risks and benefits, sets up equipment, and acquires images according to the script. The technologist reviews images, makes initial observations, documents protocol exceptions, and communicates findings or relevant data to the radiologist. The role also responds to medical emergencies, provides prescribed post-care instructions, participates in radiology process-improvement activities, and provides imaging education to residents, student technologists, and new employees. Call or standby may be required by the department.

Requirements

Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiology (R) or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR), or registration by the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
Have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider training by the end of the orientation period.
One or more years of experience as an ARRT Radiologic Technologist in Radiology (R), or advanced certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR), or ARMRIT registration.

Responsibilities

Verify patient identity and review the medical record for the appropriateness of the exam or procedure.
Interview patients to obtain, verify, or update medical history and assess risk factors, including medications, pregnancy, and psychological indicators.
Explain procedures to patients, including side effects of administered pharmaceuticals, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up.
Set up imaging equipment and acquire appropriate images according to the script.
Review images, make initial observations, document exceptions from established protocols, and communicate data to the radiologist.
Recognize and respond to medical emergencies as appropriate.
Provide physician-prescribed post-care instructions to patients.
Participate in radiology process-improvement activities, including quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis, and patient satisfaction.
Provide imaging education to residents, student technologists, and new employees.
Take call or standby as required by the department.