MRI Technologist

Opportunity:

MRI Tech - MRI Tech

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Thursday through Saturday
• Call rotation required
• May be required to work flexible hours, alternate shifts, and weekends as necessary
• May be required to flex hours and shifts to support department needs
• Perform MRI procedures and related techniques to produce diagnostic images for physician interpretation
• Prepare patients for procedures and provide instruction to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety
• Apply principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others
• Select and operate magnetic resonance systems, surface coils, physiologic gating devices, and associated equipment
• Position patients and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability, safety, and comfort
• Immobilize patients as required for appropriate examination
• Select appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and data acquisition parameters
• Perform venipuncture, start and maintain venous access
• Prepare and administer contrast media
• Verify consent and screening forms using appropriate scripting, barriers, and identifiers
• Assist physician with interventional procedures
• Practice aseptic technique and observe universal precautions
• Evaluate images and data for technical quality
• Manipulate and reconstruct digital data for display, ensuring proper identification is evident
• Utilize radiology information systems including PACS, complete required records and reports, and archive and submit images for physician review
• Initiate basic life support action when necessary
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, serving on committees and participating in projects as requested
• Provide practical instruction to partners and students
• Graduate of an accredited radiography program required (education verification required)
• Prior experience as an MRI Technologist required
• ARRT Radiography registration required
• ARRT MRI registration required
• Approved BLS certification required