What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Technologist position at Yale New Haven Health?
MRI Technologist at Yale New Haven Health Summary
As an MRI technologist, you will perform diagnostic imaging procedures while ensuring patient care and safety. You are responsible for operating advanced radiographic equipment, maintaining patient records, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to deliver precise imaging results. Your role is integral to the radiology department, focusing on quality imaging and adherence to safety protocols.
OverviewTo be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS vision, support our mission, and live our values. These values – integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion – must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Responsibilities:- Technical Expertise
- Update all patients’ information in the IS/RIS system.
- Patient Care
- Complete all necessary information for interpretation of patient forms.
- Equipment Maintenance
- Report all malfunctions to the manager or bio-med team.
- Anatomical Knowledge
- Use extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and disease processes to properly position patients for maximum diagnostic yield.
- Patient Communication
- Interview patients to ascertain pertinent history associated with requested exams.
- Operational Responsibilities
- Operate highly complex radiographic equipment within the radiology department, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality images using the A.L.A.R.A. standard.
- Clerical Duties
- Verify information, including reading and verifying physician-written orders, and exams performed using CR, DR, and PACS immediately after completing exams.
- Safety Training
- Attend all required safety training programs and describe responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards.
EDUCATION: Must be a graduate of an approved two-year program from an AMA-approved school of Radiology Technology. CERTIFICATION: Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technology or registry eligible, obtainable within 3 months of hire. EXPERIENCE: Requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience. Will consider new graduates. LICENSURE: Must possess an RI license and ARRT certification or obtain within 3 months of hire.
Keywords
MRI, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Radiologic Technologist, Patient Care, Healthcare, Diagnostic Imaging, Radiology, Medical Imaging, Radiographic Equipment, Patient Safety
