MRI Technologist - PRN - Vanderbilt Tullahoma –Harton Hospital
About The Position
The MRI Technologist performs magnetic resonance imaging procedures in accordance with department protocols and hospital policies to provide quality patient care. The role includes preparing and administering intravenous contrast media, performing venipuncture, processing and archiving images, and completing related documentation and system transactions. The technologist ensures patient and procedure information is accurate, checks that patients meet MRI safety criteria, monitors patients during examinations, and explains procedures in a manner appropriate to each patient's age and learning needs. The position also includes maintaining equipment and work areas, completing quality assurance procedures, reporting equipment issues, assisting with patient movement, communicating with hospital staff and physicians, and supporting scheduling. The technologist participates in on-call coverage and must have flexible availability for PRN shifts. The role serves patients from neonatal through geriatric age ranges and requires respectful, confidential, compassionate care and effective teamwork. Candidates must be graduates of an approved discipline-specific program, hold the listed ARRT licensure, and have one year of relevant work experience. The role offers a benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.
- One year of relevant work experience.
- Licensure: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), as listed in the posting.
- Demonstrated competency in MRI procedures for patients ranging from neonatal to geriatric.
- Flexible availability for PRN work and participation in on-call coverage.
Responsibilities
- Perform MRI procedures according to established department protocols and hospital policies.
- Complete an appropriate volume of procedures based on patient load and shift.
- Verify patient information and technical settings before performing procedures.
- Prepare and administer intravenous contrast media according to protocols and perform venipuncture using sterile technique.
- Process, record, archive, and transmit images to PACS; complete filming as required.
- Complete RIS transactions, patient exams, charge reviews, and related records accurately and promptly.
- Assist with patient transfers and use appropriate restraint devices when needed.
- Participate in on-call coverage and work odd shifts as workload demands.
- Maintain assigned work areas and equipment, perform visual checks and quality assurance procedures, and report malfunctions and downtime.
- Follow MRI safety procedures, including the proper system shutdown sequence.
- Communicate with hospital staff and physicians, assist with scheduling, and handle calls courteously.
- Assess patient history and MRI eligibility, confirm safety criteria, monitor patients, and explain procedures appropriately.
- Protect patient privacy and confidentiality and follow professional ethics.
- Complete required patient education, discharge, incident, risk-management, and department documentation.
- Contribute to a positive work environment and demonstrate teamwork and professional technical skills.
Benefits
- The benefits package may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
