MRI Technologist

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Performs a wide range of diagnostic procedures utilizing a magnetic resonance scanner. Performs imaging/therapeutic services and associated patient care which support the Radiology Department’s mission to provide diagnostic information for the subsequent treatment of patients at WVU Hospital.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• MRI Certification through ARRT or ARMRIT within 1 year of hire.
• West Virginia State Licensure as an MRI Tech, or applicable state licensure where services will be performed (excluding Pennsylvania).
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• ARRT Certification: Radiography
  
  

Experience

• One (1) year experience in working in MRI
  
  

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintains an expertise in anatomy, physiology and pathology relative to imaging in order to optimize the procedure and ensure patient care/safety
• Performs imaging procedures based on assessment of the status of the patient, request of the service, and imaging protocols. Monitored by periodic Image Evaluations and Supervision
• Ensures MRI Safety precautions to patients, families, co-workers and any other individuals that may come in contact with the MRI scan room area
• Assesses patient’s needs and provides imaging related to comfort, hygiene and range of motion and provides support accordingly
• Prepares contrast agents which are utilized for the MRI procedure according to procedural guidelines and protocols.
• Educates patients regarding MRI procedures and contrast media by explaining the procedure and answering questions accordingly
• Promotes the team approach to providing Radiology services by positively interacting with the technical, support, nursing, residents and medical staff.
• Engages in problem solving, crisis management and systems implementation throughout the hospital to promote and support efficient, high quality, cost effective patient care.
• Instructs MRI / Radiography students as needed in support of the radiology education program
• Displays imaging techniques, patient care and guest relation behaviors in accordance with the ARRT Code of Ethics, WVUH Administrative Policies and Procedures, Radiology Department Policies and Procedures, State and Federal Regulations, and The Joint Commission guidelines.
• Reports equipment failures to management immediately upon identification and notifies proper individuals that service is needed.
• Completes all in-services and competencies by the required date and applies knowledge gained.
• Completes all necessary QA in accordance with the American College of Radiology.
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Differentiate various shades of gray as depicted on a black and white monitor or photograph.
• Stand and walk for 8 - 12hours a day.
• Lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds of weight.
• Carry items of up to 20 pounds.
  
  

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work in a strong Magnetic field
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to interact with patients, families and members of the Health Care team.
• Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations at any given time.
• Knowledge and Proficiency of Radiology information systems
  
  

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Shift:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals

Cost Center

7890 WVUH Neuroradiology

Address

1 Medical Center Drive

Morgantown

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.