What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Technologist, Full-Time position at CAMERON HEALTH?
Cameron Hospital is an independent, not-for-profit facility that proudly serves Angola and Steuben County. We’ve been a cornerstone of this community and the surrounding area in northeast Indiana dating back to 1926. Over the years, we’ve helped generation after generation of area residents enjoy better health and live comfortably. Today, Cameron Hospital has grown into something more than a simple community hospital. Filled with advanced equipment and skilled specialists, Cameron is a modern, high-tech facility that provides advanced diagnostics, a variety of specialties and cutting-edge treatment options that are combined with highly personalized and compassionate care.
DEPARTMENT: Imaging
JOB TITLE: MRI - Technologist
SHIFT: Full-Time (2nd shift - Monday through Thursday 3pm - 11:30pm and Friday's from 12pm - 8:30pm)
Job Summary
MRI Technologist operate under the general supervision of the Lead – MRI Tech and the Imaging supervisor, with the ability to help with radiologic technologist call rotations as needed. MRI Technologists shall perform high quality and accurate diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging in accordance with established protocols and interact with patients, clinicians, and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
Essential Functions
- Assists in the daily scheduling, coordination, and resource allocation of technical staff to maintain optimal patient flow and departmental productivity across imaging modalities.
- Assists in the training and onboarding of new technologists, ensuring new staff members are integrated smoothly and follow established technical protocols.
- Assists the Manager in the development, revision, and enforcement of all technical protocols, departmental procedures, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) programs.
- Assists in monitoring and troubleshooting imaging equipment across the department, coordinating service calls, and ensuring the continuous operational readiness of all systems.
- Assists in inventory management, specifically tracking and ordering necessary medical supplies, contrast media, and accessories to prevent shortages.
- Assists the clinical team with complex or non-routine imaging procedures, serving as a dedicated support resource during challenging exams or critical situations.
- Assists in maintaining rigorous compliance documentation related to radiation safety standards (if applicable), state/federal regulations, and hospital accreditation requirements.
- Assists in fostering a positive, collaborative, and professional work environment, helping to resolve minor day-to-day staff issues and communicating relevant operational information between management and staff.
- Scan or radiograph patients by orders of a physician.
- Process images and make sure they are of good quality before pushing images into the PACS for physician interpretation.
- Perform quality review surveys when needed by the technical director.
- Collaborate with scheduling team to schedule patient exams, as needed.
- Apply knowledge of radiation protection, MRI safety, emergency protocols and procedures.
- Have a working knowledge of the equipment in your assigned specialized area.
- Obtain good clinical histories from patients.
Qualifications
Experience
- 12 months of scanning experience
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Licenses
- Current ARRT, NMTCB, or RDMS certifications
Certifications
- BLS- Healthcare Provider