Technologist-Medical

Job Summary

MRI Technologist will independently perform all MRI procedures requested on a physician order. The procedure will be performed promptly and proficiently, ensuring all safety criteria are met to provide quality diagnostic images for interpretation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all technical aspects of ordered MRI procedures, providing diagnostic images for interpretation by the Radiologists.
• Ensures patient, operator, and visitor safety throughout the procedure, utilizing the pressure injector in a safe and correct manner.
• Monitors and maintains patient safety at all times.
• Completes all proper consent forms prior to administration of contrast, documenting any current or previous reactions.
• Maintains room and equipment cleanliness per standards of infection control guidelines.
• Orders supplies pertinent to the performance of MRI procedures.
• Effectively utilizes all necessary computer systems in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Folows safety steps required to perform duties and complies with medical, state and federal safety standards.
• Obtains and records all patient data as required by the medical center, state, JCAHO or other agencies.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an approved accredited program in either Radiologic Technology or Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
• Certifications: Current CPR certification, Registered by the ARRT (MR) or the American Registry of MRI Technologists (ARMRIT), OR Complete ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT (MR) within 27 months of job assignment.
• Specialized Knowledge: Effective communication skills, Proven competency to inject intravenous contrast agents, Advanced knowledge of cross-section anatomy.