MRI Technologist

Monument Health•Rapid City, SD

26d•$35 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist performs MRI examinations using technical judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply imaging parameters and obtain diagnostic images. The role promotes a cooperative, professional atmosphere focused on patient care while maintaining magnet integrity, and serves patients of all ages. The technologist positions patients and coils, selects scanning parameters according to established protocols and patient information, prepares and administers contrast using aseptic technique, starts and maintains IV lines, and documents appropriately. The role also includes correct billing, reporting equipment malfunctions, using required computer programs and manual downtime processes, and contributing to teamwork and department operations. The position is PRN and requires working assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED equivalent in General Studies.
Graduate of a radiology program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire or transfer; the policy also states caregivers must be BLS certified upon employment or within the 90-day probation period.
ARRT(R)(MR) certification with advanced certification in MRI, or completion of the MRI Registry within 12 months of hire.
Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Ability to perform heavy work: exert up to 25 pounds of force constantly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally or seldomly to move objects.
Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a related field.
At least 1 year of radiographer experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure no ferrous metal objects are taken into the scan room.
Position coils and patients to obtain the best image quality; handle coils carefully, use padding as needed for patient comfort, and safely route IV lines and monitoring cables in and out of the magnet bore.
Select scanning parameters based on established protocols and information from patient history, charts, requisitions, and previous exams.
Prepare and administer the correct amount of contrast using aseptic techniques, start and maintain IV lines, and document appropriately in the patient chart.
Ensure procedures and related supplies are billed correctly.
Report malfunctions to the service representative by logging a service call and notify the charge technologist and/or supervisor.
Develop and maintain teamwork, demonstrate willingness to learn new procedures, accept additional responsibilities, and arrive on time prepared to work scheduled hours.
Competently use required computer programs, including PACS, RIS, and Vrad, as well as manual downtime processes.
Perform other duties as assigned.