Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Schedule | Hours:

• Full-time
• 72 hours bi-weekly
• Holiday and weekend rotations

Position Summary

The MRI Technologist is responsible for performing a wide variety of MRI examinations, producing high quality diagnostic images, and maintaining an orderly work environment. This role involves reviewing physician orders, preparing patients, positioning, and performing MRI imaging. The MRI Technologist demonstrates advanced functional knowledge of MRI/MRA and related clinical indicators for exams to be performed and may adjust scanning protocols based on the anatomy/physiology presented during the scan. The MRI Technologist works closely with MRI leadership and the Radiologist to produce the most diagnostic images possible in accordance with department protocols. Administers contrast media required specific diagnostic protocols and may assist the physician/APP with the performance of MR

What the MRI Technologist will do:

• Perform a wide variety of examinations in accordance with department, Federal, and accreditation governing bodies, resulting in high-quality diagnostic MRI scans. 
• Properly position patients utilizing the appropriate coils and parameters for the patient and exam. 
• Use MRI equipment in a safe and proper manner. 
• Maintain MRI patient safety by investigating, evaluating, coordinating device reps (when applicable), and performing MRI Full Stop and Final Check prior Zone 3. 
• Monitor the MRI environment to ensure the area is secure and restricted to screened patients and personnel only. 
• Evaluate the quality of images in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols. 
• Administer specific MRI contrast and materials as directed by the Radiologist or other physician, in accordance with established guidelines. 
• Assist Radiologist in performing routine and/or special procedures. 
• Instruct, assist, and demonstrate equipment operation as well as department operation for students and less advanced health center radiology personnel. 
• Explain exam and procedures and acquire patient history, ensuring patient and/or family members understand the scope of the exam. Monitor safety and comfort of patient through the exam. 
• Actively participate in all Colleague Engagement initiatives and tools. 
• Assure quality patient care by promoting effective communication and teamwork through the department. 
• Effectively use available resources to provide a more complete and personally satisfying experience for all customers. 
• Proficient with the electronic health records for documentation, assessment, and care management, performing these activities concurrently with the provision of care throughout the shift. 
• Demonstrate and provide quality patient care by considering age-specific, developmental, and cultural needs through competent clinical practice. 
• Review request for MRI procedures, patient history, preparation recommendation, and department guidelines to determine appropriate diagnostic images, anatomical regions to be examined, procedure, and protocol to be followed. Interact with the Radiologists and referring physicians to ensure that the correct procedure is done. 
• Review patient's charts/requisitions and results from previous procedures, record patients' medical information and explain the procedure to be performed on the patient using laymen terms, care, courtesy, and tact. 
• Adjust, manipulate, and control computerized and digital imaging equipment and accessories demonstrating and applying knowledge of techniques, procedures, protocol, processes, and total body anatomy to provide studies for interpretation. 
• Screen patient for safety when receiving IV contrast in accordance with policy. Administer injections of contrast media for examinations following established sterile techniques and methods. Identify and monitor patients for adverse reactions to contrast media. 
• Monitor patient condition before, during, and after performance of diagnostic procedures, recognizing changes that may require further action up to and including emergency actions, and initiate the appropriate response. 
• Ensure work areas