MRI Technologist

Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA

14d•$39 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Join the only health system in Georgia with five Magnet®-designated organizations — four hospitals and the first ambulatory care facility in Georgia — and the rest “on the Magnet journey.” We'll fuel your professional journey with: Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs And more All levels of experience and education will be considered for this role.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and at a minimum be registered with the ARRT.
CPR certification required.
Must have a minimum of three (3) years experience with one (1) year in MR.
Advanced certification in MR is required.
Coordinates in supervisor's absence.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

Operates MRI, power injector and other medical equipment to produce diagnostic scans in the MRI suite.
May participate in more complex procedures.
Provides quality care to the patients receiving MRI, diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.
Communicates patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence.
Ensures documentation is complete and accurate regarding all aspects of patient care.
Responsible for proper operation of imaging and specialty equipment as well as keeps abreast of uses of medical devices.
Assumes responsibility and provides direct care for all procedures performed in this area.
Ensures that patients have been prepared for procedures.
Provides quality care to patients during procedures.
Assists in day to day supervision of department; coordinates in Level IV's absence
Assists with patient and family education.
May support or assist in research and related activities.
Demonstrates an adequate knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.
Provides more complex technical care necessary to meet identified patient needs.
Assists with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in appropriate time sequence.
Acts as a resource for students and junior techs.
Regularly assumes responsibility and provides direct care for the more complex patients.
Provides assistance to colleagues in recognizing, interpreting, and managing unstable patient care situations.
Functions independently with little guidance from supervisor needed.
Performs other related duties as required.