MRI Tech PRN

The Registered Technologist (ARRT) will provide services timely and efficiently at appropriate levels to all patients and in all settings served by the department. Performs a variety of MRI and MRA imaging procedures and is responsible for patient safety protocols. Participates in preventative maintenance and quality improvement activities. The Technologist will also perform tasks and duties as outlined in the Imaging Department’s Policy and Procedure Manual. Required to work regular shifts as well as being responsible for rotating holidays and call for emergency procedures after hours. Will assist in assigned administrative tasks and will maintain clinical competencies through participation in educational and orientation programs. Works as a team member within the entire facility. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for maintaining knowledge and competency to perform MRI and MRA duties.
• Anticipate type of services needed to accommodate procedures scheduled.
• Ability to communicate well with supervisor, physicians, staff members, patients, suppliers, etc.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment.
• Satisfactorily demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties outlined in this job description as well as continually demonstrate competency in performing the job duties.

Accountability:

• Reports to: MRI Manager or Administrative Director of Imaging
• Supervises: none

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology is required, college, vocational School or hospital trained.
• Registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required. MR Registry required or eligible with registry being obtained within 120 days of hire. One year of MRI experience under a Board Certified Radiologist is preferred.
• BLS healthcare required within 30 days of hire.

Required Physical Demands:

• Strength (Lift, Carry, Push, Pull): Medium (occasionally may have to assist a patient, exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects).
  • Standing/Walking: Frequently, activity exists 1/2 or more of the time.
• Keyboard/Dexterity: Frequently; activity exists up to 1//2 of the time
  • Talking (Must be able to effectively communicate verbally): Yes
• Seeing: Yes
• Hearing: Yes
• Color Acuity: NO

Environmental Conditions:

Level: Moderate

• The environment conditions are moderate exposure to hazardous risks and contaminants, including potential for exposure to infections and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids. There is a possibility of contamination or infection through accidental needle punctures, Temperatures may vary in procedure environment, may stand on hard floors, exposed to a variety of interruptions, odor, and must wear universal protective clothing. Hazards will be minimized if universal safety procedures are followed.