Mri Technologist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• MRI registry from an accredited organization (ARRT) or certification by the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
• Alternatively, ARRT certification and registration in Diagnostic Radiology, RDMS, ARRT (S), or NMTCB registration.
• BLS Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association is required prior to independent patient care at BSMH; it is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations.
• Ability to apply logical reasoning, problem-solving, critical thinking, and organized thinking.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to assist physicians and patients proactively during examinations and procedures.
• Ability to document unusual activities and obtain and document appropriate patient history.
• Ability to educate patients about examinations and contrast injections.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and follow OSHA standards and Universal Precautions.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
• State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
• Advanced MRI (MR) registry, or ability to obtain it within two years.
• One year of experience in an MRI department in a hospital setting.
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training.
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) training.
• BLS Basic Life Support at hire, except where required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned tasks within an appropriate timeframe and adapt to workload fluctuations.
• Select and operate the MRI system, surface coils, physiologic gating devices, and associated equipment.
• Apply MRI safety principles to minimize risk to patients, self, and others.
• Position patients, enter patient information, select scan parameters, and perform examinations according to protocols and physician requests.
• Perform IV injections, care for existing IVs, and administer procedure-specific magnetic contrast agents.
• Manipulate images using available computer functions to visualize anatomy and perform required quality assurance tests.
• Maintain required clinical competency.
• Evaluate patients, verify identity and related information, explain procedures, obtain and document patient history and consent when applicable, and screen patients for metal safety.
• Maintain patient comfort, privacy, and safety; monitor patients and medical equipment and report changes to patient care services.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions when a service engineer is absent and report malfunctions to radiology maintenance or a supervisor.
• Participate in student education and instruction and orient new staff.
• Participate in performance improvement projects and assist the department in achieving successful results in agency audits.
• Select appropriate pulse sequences based on established protocols and factors affecting data acquisition.
• Maintain controlled access to the magnet room and MRI Zones 2, 3, and 4.
• Oversee quality control duties and maintenance of quality control.
• Work closely with other modalities and departments.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.