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Summary
Position Highlights:
Under the broad direction of the MRI Supervisor, preceptor, Radiologist and the Manager of Diagnostic Imaging, the MRI technologist shall perform procedures on selected anatomy as requested by the clinician on patients in the following age groups; adolescence 12-19 years, adults 20-65 years and geriatric adults 65 and older. The technologist is expected to perform a variety of procedures with the knowledge and ability to apply the proper scan protocols needed to visualize the anatomy in question.
Must be able to work scheduled, weekends and "ON CALL" hours at multiple locations, if applicable.
Must be able to rotate through multiple locations, when needed.
Responsibilities:
Perform all MRI exams and procedures. Follow all standard protocols and
positioning guidelines under the direct supervision of a preceptor.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of all Radiology principles, procedure protocols and imaging techniques based on the related MRI scanner as they apply to the daily operation of the MRI department.
• Must demonstrate a complete working knowledge of MRI equipment, scanner table, control panel and coil management in the department as well as related safety principles.
• Must be able to start IV's and administer contrast based on department protocols.
• Must be aware of all MRI related policies in reference to magnet status, quenching, patient safety, MRI cleaning policy, code blue
Documentation ; under the direct supervision of a preceptor.
• Gather complete documentation of all pertinent information to provide accurate and timely service to the patients and also ensure completion of all forms; i.e. consent forms, injection documentation, release forms, progress notes, MRI patient screening form and patient history forms
Risk Management
• Provide for personal and patient safety in accordance with written standards to avoid injury to self or others and use professional judgment when necessary.
• Use safety techniques prior to and during examinations in accordance with MRI and departmental policies and procedures.
Credentials and Qualifications:
• High School / GED Required
• ARRT (MR) - must obtain 18 months from date of hire/ transfer 1-year Radiologic Technologist experience required OR ARMRIT (The American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists) certification at time of hire/ transfer - No Radiologic Technologist experience required
• 1 years of experience in a Radiologic Technologist role. **If AMRIT has been obtained at time of hire/ transfer, no Radiologic Technologist experience is required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Required
Preferred:
• Associate’s degree in allied health / Radiology
• Three (3) years of previous as a Radiologic Technologist and/CT Technologist