MRI Technologist-Full-Time Days

Cape Fear Valley Health

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist performs routine MRI procedures in the Radiology Department for the diagnosis and treatment of specified diseases or conditions. The role includes ensuring MRI safety, preparing and assisting patients across all age groups, maintaining accurate procedure and billing records, and providing a safe environment and quality patient care. The employee may also perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
ARRT registration or graduation from an Associate in Applied Science program in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
Applicants who are not registered with ARRT in MRI must provide documentation of an application to sit for the MRI registry.
ARRT MRI registration is required within one year of hiring; failure to achieve registration within that period will result in termination.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Communication skills.
Manual dexterity and visual acuity.
Knowledge of growth and development.
Knowledge of the range of treatment needed for all age groups, including neonates, newborns, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
Ability to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
Ability to lift 100 pounds, carry objects up to 50 pounds, and bend.
May involve skin, eye, or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious material.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine procedures designated within the MRI Section of the Radiology Department.
Demonstrate competency and efficiency in caring for and interacting with patients of all ages, including neonates, newborns, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
Assess and clear patients for MRI safety.
Review physician orders or patient charts for appropriate orders, diagnoses, and physician signatures.
Confirm that the Patient MRI Interview Form is signed.
Prepare patients for procedures, answer their questions, or refer questions to the assigned radiologist.
Begin and end procedures in the computer system to ensure proper billing and support department productivity.
Provide a safe environment, including managing magnetic-field exposure and following infection-control guidelines and Universal Precautions.
Maintain good relations with patients, visitors, hospital staff, and medical staff, including use of AIDET.
Monitor quality of care and strive for continuous quality improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.