Per Diem MRI Technologist

Summit Health•New Britain, CT

About The Position

The MRI Technologist performs MR examinations using knowledge of anatomical positioning, MR protocols, and equipment to select and modify technical factors for optimal results. The role is accountable for care delivery and patient safety, prepares and screens patients, documents patient history, follows departmental protocols, verifies patient identification and provider orders, and communicates with the attending Radiologist. The technologist produces diagnostic images, maintains the MRI room, follows infection-control practices, and ensures equipment is in acceptable condition through routine quality-control checks. The role also prepares and assists with contrast administration, organizes and reprioritizes work as needed, and takes precautions to protect patients and staff. Availability on Saturday and Sunday is required. General duties include complying with safety, OSHA, and HIPAA regulations; performing scheduled quality-control checks; attending departmental meetings; and completing other duties as required. The position requires current MRI certification and advanced computer skills for email, Microsoft applications, and electronic medical record, RIS, and PACS systems.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited MRI program with current MRI certification.
ARRT or ARMRIT certification is required.
Ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
Advanced computer skills, including email and Microsoft applications, and ability to use Electronic Medical Record, RIS, and PACS systems.
Must be available Saturday and Sunday.

Nice To Haves

BLS certification preferred.
1–3 years of experience preferred.
IV certificate preferred.
Experience with power injectors preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform MR examinations using appropriate anatomical positioning, protocols, equipment, and technical factors.
Manage delivery of care and patient safety.
Prepare patients for procedures, provide instructions, and help minimize anxiety.
Screen patients for potential risk factors and document patient history and pertinent information.
Follow departmental protocols unless otherwise directed by the Radiologist.
Verify patient demographics and identification.
Communicate with the attending Radiologist and verify provider orders.
Produce quality diagnostic images for interpretation.
Maintain MRI room cleanliness and adhere to patient-care infection-control standards.
Prioritize and organize work assignments, adjusting priorities as situations change.
Use precautions to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
Conduct routine equipment quality-control checks and ensure equipment is in acceptable condition.
Prepare and assist with administration of contrast materials.
Comply with safety, OSHA, and HIPAA regulations.
Perform daily, monthly, semi-annual, and annual quality-control checks.
Attend departmental meetings and perform other duties as required.