What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Technologist PRN position at The CORE Institute?
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs MRI imaging procedures on appropriate anatomical regions following accepted standards of practice and protocols.
- Completes and signs necessary forms and explains the procedure to the patient.
- Maintains patient care, comfort, and safety during transport to and from the coach and the exam.
- Maintains technical competency through continued education.
- Administers contrast agents according to site-specific protocols.
- Cooperates with facility healthcare personnel and complies with facility policies and procedures.
- Maintains current Permits to Practice in all states in which services are performed.
- Provide images to the facility in the desired site format.
- Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots problems. Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members.
- May assist with the setup and tear down of equipment following SMS and/or manufacturers’ guidelines.
- Maintains a clean environment inside and outside of the facility.
- Completes necessary administrative tasks.
- Follows quality assurance guidelines and maintains patient confidentiality.
- Complies with all safety policies and regulations.
- Performs additional duties as required.
EDUCATION
- Radiographer certification required.
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an MRI Tech.
REQUIREMENTS
- Radiographer certification required.
KNOWLEDGE
- Medical terminology.
- Principles and practices of diagnostic radiographic procedures.
- Basic chemistry, film apparatus, and film processing techniques.
- Knowledge of how diseases and injuries are diagnosed and imaged radiographically.
- Knowledge of human anatomy.
- Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work.
SKILLS
- Strong customer service.
- Strong attention-to-detail.
- Ability to work under pressure.
ABILITIES
- Lift and position patients for the type of MRI procedure required.
- Notice detail in drawings and differences in shapes and shadings.
- Keep and maintain records.
