MRI Technologist, PRN, Shift varies

Overview

Job Summary

Under the direction of a radiologist, performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail.

Operates MRI  / X-Ray Equipment to make MRIs /  radiographs of designated body parts.  Responsibilities include knowledge of all MRI procedures. Will be available for emergency on-call procedures as required, or set forth.   Recognizes the need for control/assessment of pain for patients and helps to prevent or reduce patient pain levels when possible.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Under the direction of a Radiologist, produces high quality images on all patient age groups.
• Explains procedure to patient.
• Position and immobilize patient for procedure.
• Selects appropriate technical factors for specific body part.
• Review images for quality and accuracy of positioning.
• Assists Radiologist with Invasive Procedures.
• Sets up room properly for specific procedure.
• Practices principles of sterile technique.
• Label items on trays in accordance with required Joint Commission standards.
• Selects appropriate procedure trays/instruments needed.
• Obtain images as requested by Radiologist to facilitate diagnosis of disease processes.
• Maintain Patient and Personal safety.
• Provides MRI magnet safety to all patients as needed.
• Practices personal radiation safety measures to minimize annual occupational exposure levels.
• Follows principles of good body mechanics when lifting.
• Utilize appropriate transfer techniques for patient condition.
• Use two (2) identifiers approved by the hospital to verify patient identity.
• Administer appropriate Contrast media as directed by Radiologist.
• Administers IV contrast as directed by Radiologist..
• Assess patient for possible contrast media sensitivity prior to beginning venipuncture.
• Attends annual inservice on venipuncture techniques.
• Performs venipuncture as required for procedures.
• PACS
• Completes all exams timely in PACS
• Properly performs procedure for making patient CD’s.
• Verify that written physician order matches order in PACS.
• Verifies all images are in PACS ,& Scans any required documents, and Adds additional study information in notes section as needed.
• Operates film digitizer to add films to PACS.

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Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The MRI / Radiologic Technologist is a High School graduate or equivalent; some college preferable; ARRT / MRI registered. Must have satisfactorily completed AMA approved Radiologic Technologist 24 month training program.  CPR Certification required.