MRI Technologist - PRN

AHS - Sherman Medical Center

111d

About The Position

The MRI Technologist performs all aspects of MR imaging in accordance with established procedures and policies to support the diagnosis and treatment of patients across all age groups. The role follows regulatory guidelines and MRI safety precautions and maintains professional standards of conduct and ethics. The technologist contributes to patient care by reviewing pertinent patient information, processing and verifying images, ensuring accurate billing and file documentation, and recording exam information in the department computer system. When not performing imaging, the technologist supports other clinical team members.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience as an MRI Technologist.
Graduate of an AMA-approved Radiologic Technology Program or MRI course.
Current BLS certificate upon hire or within 30 days of hire.
Venipuncture is required.
If not certified in MRI, 5 years of experience is required.

Nice To Haves

ARMRIT.SRTT certification in MRI is preferred.

Responsibilities

Recognize changes in a patient’s condition and notify the appropriate RN or physician.
Use emergency equipment proficiently, including checking the crash cart according to policy.
Maintain proficiency with unit-specific equipment, troubleshoot issues, and promptly report malfunctions.
Apply immobilization devices and shielding as required.
Assist with moving patients to and from wheelchairs and radiographic tables using appropriate body mechanics.
Perform diagnostic MR imaging, including general studies, contrasted scans, and spectroscopy, according to established protocols, policies, procedures, and applicable legal, licensure, regulatory, and professional practice requirements.
Perform tasks according to department protocols and procedures.
Mark images with correct labels.
Use appropriate skills to achieve the best image sequencing for the body part being examined.
Communicate preparation and aftercare instructions to patients and/or family members as appropriate to the role.
Reassure patients about claustrophobia, talk them through exams when appropriate, and recognize when an exam should be stopped.
Complete missing information and ensure comparative films are available for radiologist interpretation when appropriate.
Support continuity across phases of patient service; notify patients of waits exceeding 15 minutes, repeat reasons, or delays for immediate interpretations.
Complete required computer documentation for each patient visit, including start and stop times, allergies, and technical data points.
Attend and maintain mandatory training in safe patient handling and safe lifting techniques.
Maintain regular attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.