MRI TECHNOLOGIST - MILLVILLE

Beebe Healthcare•Millville, DE

4d•$32 - $49

About The Position

Performs magnetic resonance imaging procedures in accordance with established professional and departmental standards and procedures. The role includes preparing patients, carrying out MRI examinations according to established protocols, evaluating image quality, and supporting safe, efficient patient flow within the MRI department. The technologist also maintains equipment, supplies, records, and required documentation.

Requirements

ARRT-MR (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) credential.
BLS (Basic Life Saving) certification.
Associate degree in a related field.
Complete Point of Care Testing training as part of Department Orientation.
Ability to lift patients up to 50 lbs.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding patients and team members.
Ability to withstand crisis situations.
Customer service skills for interacting with patients, team members, and visitors.
Knowledge and experience with electronic health records.

Nice To Haves

One year of MRI experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Review consultation requests for special instructions and consult with the Radiologist or referring physician's office as necessary.
Greet patients, confirm their identification, introduce yourself, and explain the examination procedure to patients and accompanying family members.
Demonstrate working knowledge of equipment in the MRI department.
Prepare and administer contrast media for injection and review pertinent forms.
Perform MRI procedures according to established protocols.
Maintain a daily activities log.
Store and order supplies, and monitor and report shortages and special-order items.
Perform visual preventive safety inspections and quality assurance tests on equipment with regard to ACR regulations; identify problems and communicate them to the immediate supervisor.
Evaluate recorded images for technical quality and demonstrate the anatomy under investigation through proper positioning.
Recognize emergency situations, initiate code procedures, and administer first aid or CPR as needed.
Complete follow-up documentation, including contrast reaction forms, extravasation reports, and Safety Tracking Tools.
Use appropriate telephone etiquette.
Coordinate scheduling with other departments to ensure patient flow and assist scheduling clerks with decisions about non-routine exams.
Order exams, track patient data, scan documents, and make copies of exams as requested.