| RADIOLOGY AND IMAGING SPECIALISTS |
| JOB DESCRIPTION |
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| Job Title: | MRI Technologist |
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| Location: | All Locations |
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| Division/Dept.: | RIS & LRH IMAGING |
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| Reports To: | Office Supervisor |
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| Type of Shift: | Full Time |
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**Possible Sign on bonus**
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| JOB SUMMARY |
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| The MRI Technologist performs a variety of MRI procedures in an outpatient setting while maintaining a high level |
| of customer service and quality patient care. The responsibilities of the MRI Technologist include performing |
| routine MRI procedures following the protocols established by the radiologist and demonstrating compassion to |
| ensure overall patient satisfaction. |
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| JOB RESPONSIBILITIES |
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| 1. Performs routine MRI procedures following the protocols established by the radiologist. Competently performs |
| procedures with limited supervision. |
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| 2. Properly inputs all required patient information into the system including protocol, patient history, referring |
| providers, and any additional information to the radiologist regarding the procedure. Able to burn CDs per |
| patient request. |
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| 3. Logs all injections with the amount, date, time, route, and response to injection. Reviews lab results for patients |
| including BUN and creatnine and calculates GFR as needed. Discusses BUN, creatnine, and GFR abnormalities with |
| the radiologist to determine if contrast is indicated. |
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| 4. Properly identifies patients and demonstrates compassion while maintaining patient confidentiality. Assumes |
| responsibility for patient care, safety, and comfort. |
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| 5. Takes responsibility to stock exam rooms with necessary supplies. Maintains equipment and reports any |
| equipment malfunctions to the supervisor or appropriate service provider. |
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| 6. Assists in other modalities as assigned. |
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| 7. Customer Service; Communicates effectively with staff and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner. |
| promotes teamwork by assisting other staff as needed. Words and actions support team improvement. |
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| 8. Maintains credentials for position. |
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| WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS |
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| 2 or more years in the Radiology field is preferred. |
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| High School Diploma or GED. |
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| Completion of a course in Radiologic Technology which is approved by the American Registry of Radiologic |
| Technologists. |
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| Current certification (ARRT) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensed by the Florida |
| Department of Health. Advance certification in MRI is required. |
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| SKILLS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS |
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| Skills in properly positioning patients and obtaining diagnostic images, identifying equipment problems, |
| establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and public. |
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| This job requires prolonged sitting or standing, frequent bending, stooping, or stretching; Must be able to see with or |
| without corrective eyewear, must be able to hear clearly, with or without assistance. This position may require lifting |
| 50 plus pounds. |
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