MRI Technologist - Methodist

Carle Health•Peoria, IL

7h•$38 - $65

About The Position

To perform routine and specialized examinations in MRI; adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic and/or therapeutic results; prepare patients for examinations. To adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologist

Requirements

Registered in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) within 1 year - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)
Certified MRI Technologist within 1 year - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)
Certificate of Completion: Radiologic Technology
Associate's Degree: Related Field

Responsibilities

Performs MRI procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging
Exhibits competency in performing MRI procedures.
Evaluates the finished images to ensure appropriate identification and image quality are being submitted to the radiologists
Ensures patient comfort and safety (i.e. use of earplugs) to maintain quality care during the procedure
Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing
Maintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function on both high field and low field magnet
Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation including hardware and software
Performs reasonable trouble shooting
Checks equipment for general safety and reports problems through appropriate channels
Knows terminology or jargon of all magnet strengths
Performs support functions of the MRI/Medical Imaging Department
Promptly prepares images/paperwork to ensure timely turnaround of the exams
Transport patients to and from the department as required
Promptly and accurately enter patient information into the HIS system
Coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient patient care
Ensures safe environment by monitoring people who come within zone 3 & 4
Demonstrates a practical problem solving approach to patient moving and handling issues
Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment
Assumes responsibility for training fellow technologists and students
Assists Lead Technologist in teaching MRI procedures to coworkers/students