MRI Technologist

Kaweah Health•Visalia, CA

11d•$44 - $66

About The Position

The MRI Technologist operates MRI equipment and performs MRI procedures, applying knowledge of each MRI unit and the skills needed to prepare for, execute, and complete examinations. The role includes reviewing orders, performing basic and advanced MRI procedures, providing patient care, and following safety standards. The position may also involve performing procedures in Diagnostic Radiology or CT Scanning as assigned and supporting the hospital with on-call services as needed.

Requirements

BLS certification.
ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification.
Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the patient population served.

Responsibilities

Operate MRI equipment and select appropriate views, angles, scan sequences, and coils to achieve image quality.
Protect patients by following magnet and general safety standards, and adapt imaging protocols to patients’ age, body habitus, disease process, and condition.
Perform quality assurance procedures.
Verify physician orders and exam appropriateness; refer questions to the Radiologist, referring physician, or manager before performing procedures, and complete paperwork and data entry accurately.
Explain procedures to patients and conduct pre-exam interviews to determine eligibility and MRI safety.
Safely transfer and position patients for MRI examinations, maintaining visual and audible communication throughout the exam.
Assist physicians with administering paramagnetic contrast media, preparing contrast solutions, and assembling administration materials.
Check images for clarity and correct identification; transfer images accurately and promptly to the PACS system and maintain the MOD image archive.
Perform specialized MRI procedures, such as MRA exams, and use department RIS computers according to procedures.
Keep the work area clean and orderly, maintain clean equipment, and ensure rooms are stocked with supplies.
Assist with first aid as necessary and maintain current Basic Life Support certification.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with hospital and imaging-center staff, medical staff, and the community.
Assist physicians in viewing images on the Imaging Services PACS system.
Provide on-call services as needed and perform Diagnostic Radiology or CT procedures as assigned.
Participate actively in CQI and assist other shift members with patient assignments.
Follow medication security requirements; maintain PAR levels and the currency of dates on stocked supplies and medications.
Provide care appropriate to the population served, including patients’ and families’ cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age-specific needs, and communicate effectively as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.
Perform other duties as assigned.