MRI Technologist

Sanford Health•Fargo, ND

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About The Position

Performs diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams, using professional judgment in conducting procedures and applying MRI safety considerations while providing quality patient care. The technologist works with patients of all ages and develops an understanding of each patient’s physical and emotional status. The role includes operating MRI equipment, positioning patients and supporting their comfort, administering contrast material as required, obtaining patient history and clinical indications, and accurately documenting patient information. The technologist uses electronic medical record software for scheduling and billing and interacts effectively with patients, family members, physicians, and other health care workers. The position may also require initiating life support measures when necessary. At Sanford Rural Health Network facility sites, responsibilities may expand to meet facility needs and may include on-call rotations at night, on weekends, and on holidays, as well as diagnostic radiology procedures and related tasks. Additional duties may include mobile imaging, EKGs, cardiac monitor placement, and 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.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) certification is required at the time of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and recertification as required.
For work in North Dakota involving medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the ND Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) is required.
In Iowa, technologists must have a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health.

Nice To Haves

MRI training or experience.
MRI certification, or the ability to obtain certification within two years post-hire, as preferred under DICOE and ACR accreditation requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic MRI exams and exercise professional judgment regarding procedures and MRI safety.
Provide a quality patient care experience and work with patients of all ages.
Operate MRI equipment.
Position patients and help ensure 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 scheduling and billing procedures.
Communicate effectively with patients, family members, physicians, and other health care workers.
Initiate life support measures when necessary.
At Sanford Rural Health Network facility sites, perform additional duties as needed, potentially including on-call rotations, diagnostic radiology procedures, mobile imaging, EKGs, cardiac monitor placement, and DEXA procedures.