MRI Technologist

Lifepoint Health • Wilson, NC

36d

About The Position

Performs magnetic resonance imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Associate’s Degree Preferred
• Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
• ARRT Certified
• Kentucky State Radiation Operators License
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Nice To Haves

• MRI board certification Preferred

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.
• Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees