MRI Technologist - St. Francis Medical Center - Weekend Only
About The Position
The MRI Technologist is responsible for daily modality operations, performing Magnetic Resonance Imaging according to established protocols under the direction of radiologists and other physicians. The role also contributes to training and onboarding new employees and assists in supervising MRI students. The technologist selects and operates MRI systems, coils, physiologic gating devices, and associated equipment; positions and screens patients; selects scan parameters; performs scans and IV injections; administers contrast agents; manipulates images; and completes quality assurance tests. The role applies MRI safety principles and maintains clinical competency. The technologist provides direct patient care by verifying identity and procedure information, explaining procedures, obtaining patient history and consent when applicable, ensuring patient comfort, privacy, and safety, and monitoring patients and equipment. The role also troubleshoots equipment issues, reports malfunctions, participates in education and orientation, contributes to performance improvement, and helps the department prepare for regulatory audits.
Requirements
- MRI Registry from an accredited organization (ARRT) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
- Alternatively, certification and registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology, RDMS, ARRT (S), or Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB).
- BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association; required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations and required before independent patient care at BSMH.
- Ability to draw logical conclusions, solve problems, and think critically.
- Highly organized thought processes and knowledge of medical terminology.
- Flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
- Ability to proactively assist physicians and patients with examinations and procedures.
- Ability to obtain and document appropriate patient history and maintain confidentiality of patient information.
- Ability to follow OSHA standards and Universal Precautions.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
- State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
- Advanced MRI Registry (MR), or ability to obtain it within two years.
- One year of MRI department experience in a hospital setting.
- EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training.
- Picture archiving communication system (PACS) training.
Responsibilities
- Complete assigned tasks within an appropriate timeframe and adapt to workload fluctuations.
- Select and operate the MRI system, surface coils, physiologic gating devices, and associated equipment.
- Apply MRI safety principles to minimize risks to patients, self, and others.
- Position patients, enter patient information, select scan parameters, and perform MRI scans according to established protocols and physician requests.
- Perform IV injections, care for existing IVs, and administer contrast agents appropriate to the procedure.
- Manipulate images to visualize anatomy and perform quality assurance tests according to department protocols.
- Maintain clinical competency as required by the department.
- Evaluate patients, verify patient identity and procedure information, explain procedures, obtain and record patient history and consent when applicable, and screen patients for metal safety.
- Ensure patient comfort, privacy, and safety; monitor patients and medical equipment and report changes to patient care services.
- Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions when a service engineer is unavailable and report malfunctions to radiology maintenance or a supervisor.
- Participate in educating and instructing students and orienting new staff.
- Participate in performance improvement projects and help the department achieve successful results in federal, state, and local agency audits.
- Document unusual activities, maintain patient confidentiality, follow OSHA standards and Universal Precautions, and educate patients about examinations and contrast injections.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
