MRI Technologist

Salem Clinic P C•Salem, OR

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Salem Clinic is seeking a skilled and compassionate MRI Technologist to perform MRI procedures at a technical and professional level without constant supervision. The role performs a variety of technical procedures with competence, commitment, and initiative, while providing patient-centered care and working collaboratively with patients, staff, providers, and the public. The position is part-time and on-call at Salem Clinic Main in Salem, Oregon. The posting also lists department hours of Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and 40 hours per week. The technologist produces high-quality diagnostic studies using established scan protocols, reviews implantable devices for MRI safety, and maintains rigorous metal precautions and MRI safety practices. Duties include establishing IVs, administering prescribed oral and IV contrast, recognizing contrast reactions or extravasation and following treatment protocols, and ensuring image quality before patients leave the department. The role may also involve ACR accreditation responsibilities when assigned, mentoring new staff and students, supporting departmental improvements and safety projects, and completing other assigned duties.

Requirements

Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Current State of Oregon licensure in required modalities.
Certification in CPR/AED.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Working knowledge of medical terminology and computers, and typing experience.
Detail orientation and effective organizational skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff, providers, and the public.
Ability to occasionally accommodate flexible hours and shifts based on department needs.
Initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision-making skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy with minimal supervision.
Ability to work independently and as a team participant.
Ability to interpret orders for routine and special MRI studies with minimal or no supervision.
Sufficient creativity and independent judgment to adapt learned skills to individual patient circumstances.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of recent MRI experience.

Responsibilities

Perform MRI procedures and a variety of technical procedures competently, with initiative and without constant supervision.
Prioritize patient care and service and assist patients with transportation when necessary.
Support workplace safety, practice Universal Precautions, and maintain a high degree of metal precautions and MRI safety.
Assure image quality before the patient leaves the department.
Notify the department director or manager of accidents or incidents involving people or equipment.
Keep the work area clean, organized, and well stocked, including daily restocking of linen closets.
Follow ACR accreditation regulations and, if designated by the Imaging Director, manage accreditation for specified sites, inspections, renewals, and successful accreditation.
Review and research implantable devices for scanning safety and clear or deny implants.
Work on both Closed Bore and Open MRI systems at both sites.
Produce high-quality diagnostic studies according to established scan protocols and feedback from consulting radiologists.
Establish IVs and administer oral and IV contrast as prescribed by a radiologist; recognize contrast reactions or extravasation and follow the appropriate treatment protocol.
Accept delegated tasks from leadership.
Mentor new staff and students as assigned.
Work with the Director of Imaging Services on temporary assignments and varied tasks.
Operate departmental computer systems.
Support and suggest process improvements and departmental implementations.
Participate in departmental meetings, problem-solving groups, and ongoing in-service educational opportunities.
Actively participate in Safety Committee projects.
Assist as a chaperone or assistant for male sonographers and male MRI technologists.