MRI Technologist

Sanford Health•Fargo, ND

14d•$32 - $50

About The Position

Performs diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams while exercising professional judgment in the performance of procedures and MRI safety considerations, and providing a quality patient care experience. The technologist interacts with patients and their family members, physicians, and other health care workers; positions patients and helps ensure their comfort; administers contrast material as required; obtains patient histories and clinical indications; and accurately documents information in patient records. The role also uses electronic medical record software for scheduling and billing and requires the ability to obtain information professionally from patients or their responsible parties to support personalized treatment and care. The technologist develops an understanding of patients’ physical and emotional status and works with patients of all ages. At Sanford Rural Health Network facility sites, responsibilities may expand according to facility needs. These may include on-call rotations at night, on weekends, and on holidays; diagnostic radiology procedures and basic diagnostic radiology tasks; and, as needed, mobile imaging, electrocardiograms (EKGs), cardiac monitor placement, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures.

Requirements

Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic Technology training at an American Medical Association (AMA)-approved or Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)-approved school.
ARRT or ARMRIT certification is required at the time of hire.
If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board is required.
In Iowa, technologists must have a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and recertification as required.

Nice To Haves

MRI training or experience is preferred.
MRI certification, or obtaining certification within two years after hire, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic MRI exams and exercise professional judgment regarding procedures and MRI safety.
Initiate life support measures as necessary.
Interact effectively with patients and their family members, physicians, and other health care workers.
Operate MRI equipment and position patients to support their comfort during exams.
Administer contrast material as required.
Obtain patient history and clinical indications for MRI studies.
Accurately document information in patient records.
Use electronic medical record software for accurate scheduling and billing procedures.
Professionally obtain information from patients or responsible parties to support personalized treatment and care.
Develop an understanding of patients’ physical and emotional status and work with patients of all ages.
At Sanford Rural Health Network facility sites, duties may include on-call rotation, diagnostic radiology procedures and basic radiology tasks, mobile imaging, EKGs, cardiac monitor placement, and DEXA procedures, depending on facility needs.