MRI Technologist, Rogers

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Works under minimal supervision with the physicians to perform MRI imaging exams, exam protocols, accreditation, operations, and facilitation of equipment maintenance. UT Southwestern is a world-renowned medical and research center committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth, we invest in our employees with opportunities for career growth and development. Our benefits package includes healthcare, PTO, paid holidays, on-site childcare, and more. We offer a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career.

Requirements

• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) by first day of employment Upon Hire
• (ARRT-MR) Magnetic Resonance Imaging American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Upon Hire
• American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of MRI experience

Responsibilities

• Review physician orders for accuracy, diagnosis, sedation, and applicability to the MRI protocol.
• Screen patients for MRI appropriateness and review any contraindications for exams including implants, metallic devices, or other foreign objects, which would prohibit or modify the MRI exam.
• Discuss findings with the physicist and radiologist as applicable.
• Consult with radiologist to determine appropriate sequences, parameters, etc. if modification of a MRI protocol is necessary.
• Document changes as appropriate in electronic health record.
• Ensure other resources such as nursing have been scheduled accordingly.
• Interview patient (two patient identifier), conduct patient screening and obtain medical history pertaining to procedure's clinical criteria.
• Explain procedure and instruct patient on necessary requirements needed to provide diagnostic images.
• Answer questions/screening concerning procedures and IV contrast for relevant exams.
• Assist the physician as needed in performing procedures.
• Ensure that images and records are properly completed with patient identification data and appropriate labeling.
• Utilize technical knowledge and skills to perform procedures accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with age specific criteria.
• Complete exam charges and image documentation in a timely manner.
• Administer intravenous injections of contrast material as appropriate, observe patients for adverse reactions.
• Perform MRI ensuring that patient meets safety requirements to MRI contraindications.
• Assist patient in dressing for exam and attend to patient's physical well-being while transporting to and from exam room and positioning for exam.
• Instruct/communicate with patient and/or patient's family (as appropriate) regarding the tests to be performed and evaluate the patient's ability to tolerate.
• Perform QC testing and report problems with MRI systems and workstations to the service engineer/biomed, with additional correspondence sent to the physicist and imaging leadership.
• Maintain various data sets (e.g., Baseline scans, 12 month scans, 24 month scans) and archives.
• Perform data calculations, scoring and statistical analyses while following established QC standards for digital images.
• Participate in accreditation imaging requirements.
• Perform post processing on MRI systems and remote workstations.
• Respond to inquiries/calls/emails in a timely and professional manner.
• Communicate shift hand off regarding workflow issues with equipment or pending exams with oncoming staff.
• Engage in equitable distribution of departmental workloads.
• Actively participate in providing orientation and training for new hires and students ensuring that procedures are performed according to set standards.
• Function in the department as a part of an interdisciplinary team, and collaborate in the care and service delivery process of patient care through effective communication with other service lines.
• Prioritize exams with scheduling exams to ensure smooth workflow, minimize wait times and address stat and urgent requests.
• Adhere to hospital policies, regulatory compliance, new yearly metrics/department goals, patient satisfaction, and fiscally responsible with regards to equipment, supplies scheduling, overtime, etc.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure that all processes and procedures are maintained to secure and protect all workstations in all work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed