MRI Technologist - PRN

Elite Sports Medicine•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The MRI Technologist provides MRI images as directed by physicians, nurses, and other clinicians; maintains radiology equipment and supplies; and assists physicians and clinical staff as needed. This is a PRN position. The technologist greets patients, explains examinations, answers related questions, prepares and positions patients, and obtains and transmits diagnostic images using appropriate safety precautions and designated MRI protocols. The role also includes operating the practice’s MRI scanners, maintaining radiology equipment and supplies, supporting image and exam-record management, and following patient-safety and regulatory procedures. Additional duties include maintaining knowledge of physicians’ preferred anatomical views, participating in professional development and meetings, attending annual CPR, OSHA, and CLIA training, and performing other tasks assigned by a supervisor or physician.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Certified Radiologic Technologist license.
Certified MRI license.
Experience working in the MRI industry.
Complete understanding of MRI techniques and associated physics.
Working knowledge of managed-care basics and experience working with managed-care and Medicare populations.
Comfort using email and interacting with Internet applications.
Knowledge of practice-management and word-processing software.
Pleasant speaking voice and demeanor.
Good communication skills.
Neat, professional appearance.

Nice To Haves

Training in orthopedics.

Responsibilities

Greet patients and thoroughly explain examinations, answering questions related to the examination.
Prepare and position patients for MRI procedures to minimize discomfort and instruct them on appropriate positioning.
Obtain high-quality diagnostic images of the anatomy requested by the physician using appropriate safety precautions.
Capture and transmit images according to designated MRI protocols.
Operate all MRI scanners within the practice.
Mark encounter forms to reflect the MRI exam performed.
Receive outside exams and import them into the PACS system.
Take inventory of radiology stock and communicate supply shortages to the manager.
Ensure radiology equipment is in good working order and report maintenance issues to the radiology manager.
Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on x-ray equipment and ensure equipment complies with regulatory requirements.
Maintain a clean and organized exam room.
Transfer images to a disc when they are needed outside the office.
Create and maintain written safety policies for radiologic equipment use and patient-safety procedures.
Comply with OSHA requirements for dosimeter readings and quality assurance.
Maintain knowledge of anatomical views according to each physician’s preferences.
Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
Maintain detailed knowledge of practice-management and other computer software relevant to job functions.
Attend annual CPR, OSHA, and CLIA training programs.
Attend regular meetings and provide feedback related to radiology.
Perform other tasks and projects assigned by a supervisor or physicians.