MRI Technologist - Reynolds Crossing

Bon Secours Mercy Health•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The MRI Technologist is responsible for daily MRI modality operations, performing Magnetic Resonance Imaging according to established protocols and working under the direction of radiologists and other physicians. The technologist also contributes to training and onboarding new employees and assists in supervising MRI students. The role includes selecting and operating MRI systems and associated equipment, positioning and screening patients, choosing scan parameters and pulse sequences, performing IV injections and administering contrast agents, manipulating images, and completing quality assurance and maintenance duties. The technologist ensures patient identity, comfort, privacy, and safety; explains procedures; obtains relevant history and consent when applicable; monitors patients and equipment; and reports changes or malfunctions. The position also involves maintaining controlled access to MRI zones, collaborating with other modalities and departments, participating in performance-improvement work and audits, and maintaining clinical competency.

Requirements

MRI registry from an accredited organization (ARRT or ARMRIT) is required.
ARRT certification and registration in Diagnostic Radiology, Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS/ARRT(S)), or Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB) is required.
Advanced MRI Registry (MR) is preferred, or must be obtained within two years.
BLS Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire and required before independent patient care at BSMH.
State licensure is preferred unless required by the state where the job is performed.
Ability to apply logical reasoning, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
Highly organized, flexible, and able to adapt to change.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to proactively assist physicians and patients with examinations and procedures.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow OSHA standards and Universal Precautions.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
One year of MRI department experience in a hospital setting.
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training.
Picture archiving communication system (PACS) training.
Advanced MRI Registry (MR), or willingness to obtain it within two years.
State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
BLS Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association at hire for BSMH, with completion required before independent patient care.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned tasks within appropriate time frames and adapt to changes in workload.
Select and operate MRI systems, surface coils, physiologic gating devices, and associated equipment.
Apply MRI safety principles to minimize risk to patients, self, and others.
Position patients and enter patient information and scan parameters; perform scans according to established protocols and physician requests.
Perform IV injections, use and care for existing IVs, and administer procedure-specific magnetic contrast agents.
Manipulate images using available computer functions to visualize anatomy effectively.
Perform quality assurance tests and oversee quality-control duties and maintenance.
Evaluate patients, verify identity and procedure information, explain procedures, obtain and record patient history and applicable consent, and screen patients for metal safety.
Ensure patient comfort, privacy, and safety; monitor patients and equipment and report changes to patient care services.
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions when a service engineer is absent and report malfunctions to radiology maintenance or a supervisor.
Educate and instruct students and participate in orientation of new staff.
Participate in performance-improvement projects and help the department achieve successful federal, state, and local agency audits.
Select appropriate pulse sequences based on established protocols and factors affecting data acquisition.
Maintain controlled access to the magnet room and Zones 2, 3, and 4.
Work closely with other modalities and departments.
Maintain clinical competency as required by the department.
Document unusual activities, obtain and document appropriate history, educate patients about the exam and contrast injection, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow OSHA standards and Universal Precautions.