What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Tech - 13 Week Assignment position at Riverside Health?
Newport News, Virginia
Full time 13 week assignment - $75/hr
Overview
The MRI Technologist is responsible for performing MR exams on patients as requested by the referring physicians and must ensure safety in the MRI environment before entering the magnetic field. Performs all MR imaging exams and procedures in accordance with RHS policy and procedures. Performs MRI screening for all patients, patient preparation and explanation of exams, responds to patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process, IV insertions and contrast injections, and for completing all associated patient and equipment screening and technical documentation.
What You Will Do
Experience
Full time 13 week assignment - $75/hr
Overview
The MRI Technologist is responsible for performing MR exams on patients as requested by the referring physicians and must ensure safety in the MRI environment before entering the magnetic field. Performs all MR imaging exams and procedures in accordance with RHS policy and procedures. Performs MRI screening for all patients, patient preparation and explanation of exams, responds to patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process, IV insertions and contrast injections, and for completing all associated patient and equipment screening and technical documentation.
What You Will Do
- Operates the magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Produces quality images following appropriate protocols and procedures. Prepares and maintains clinical documentation per scope of practice.
- Educates patients/families regarding the procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Positions the patient and observes the scanning process.
- Screens patients for MRI safety prior to the procedure.
- Assists the radiologist with procedure performance when required. Obtains intravenous access and administers contrast media as director per protocol. Operates the power injector.
- Evaluates the MR scan for technical quality, sequence of exposure and labels appropriately.
- Schedules patients for procedures and assists with clerical functions. Coordinates the screening and patient flow.
- Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Troubleshoots and ensures equipment functionality.
Experience
- 2 years MRI experience (Required)
- Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) Upon Hire(Required) and
- CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)
- Call Rotation
- Weekend Shifts
- Irregular Shifts
Salary : $75
