Radiology - MRI Technologist - Full Time

Murfreesboro Medical Clinic & SurgiCenter • Murfreesboro, TN

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About The Position

Performs a variety of MRI procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and injuries. Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately; prepares, performs, and assists the physician in MRI procedures; and prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.

The role requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision. The technologist must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action in volatile situations. The position follows Standard Precautions and uses personal protective equipment as required for procedures. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited education program in Radiology.
• ARRT Registered Technologist credentials: RT (R) and RT (MR), required.
• Tennessee state license required.
• CPR certification required.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action in volatile situations.
• Ability to work with a team approach toward providing quality patient care.
• Ability to respond to department and patient needs in a busy environment and follow instructions from physicians and the supervisor.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds and push and pull several hundred pounds.
• Must have hand dexterity for Radiology equipment, mobility to room patients and help them onto the table, and ability to complete errands.
• Work may require stooping and bending to retrieve files and supplies; requires sitting and standing for long periods.

Nice To Haves

• One year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Position patients and accurately select anatomic and technical parameters.
• Prepare, perform, and assist the physician in magnetic resonance imaging procedures.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Work collaboratively to provide quality patient care.
• Respond to the needs of the department and patients in a busy environment.
• Follow instructions given by physicians and the supervisor.
• Follow Standard Precautions and use personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed