What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Technologist - Evening Shift position at Live Well Homecare?
Job Summary:
Performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort while providing high-quality imaging services. Offers radiological support, prepares patients, explains procedures, and answers questions. Maintains equipment quality control, reports malfunctions, and manages supplies. Acts as a liaison to physicians and handles non-controlled medications during procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Knowledge of MRI processes and safety standards in the MRI environment.
- Prepares and positions patients, explaining procedures thoroughly.
- Performs neuro, body, and extremity MRI scans following radiologist protocols.
- Administers IV contrast and performs venous access as directed.
- Enters data into radiology systems and processes images.
- Identifies anatomy on images and performs equipment quality control.
- Reports equipment issues and manages supply levels.
- Provides radiological support to physicians and acts as a liaison.
- Handles medications appropriately for imaging procedures.
- Certification from ARRT, NMTCB, ARMRIT, or equivalent required; new graduates must obtain certification prior to employment.
- Graduate of a radiologic technology training program; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Knowledge of MRI safety, patient care, and imaging protocols.
- Strong communication, technical, and equipment troubleshooting skills.