Diagnostic Imaging Technologist-MRI

Under general supervision and utilizing Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment, produces diagnostic quality cross-sectional images of the human anatomy and vasculature for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes. Performs MR imaging protocols and operates hardware and technical parameters to maximize MR image quality and acquire images utilized by physicians to diagnose diseases. Provides functional direction to assigned staff.

Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanente’s Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal, and local laws.
• Exhibits professional behavior toward health plan members and co-workers, responding to their needs.
• Explains procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation.
• Demonstrates understanding of cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation processes for patients of all age groups served.
• Accommodates cultural diversity and lifestyle choices in patient care.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics and documents clinical activities accurately and timely.
• Observes all organizational, regional, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains professional behavior standards to enhance service quality.
• Uses effective communication skills and demonstrates professionalism in all interactions.
• Maintains equipment, supplies, and work areas according to department guidelines.
• Provides training and orientation to new MRI technologists and assists other technologists as needed.
• Performs MRI studies according to established protocols, including coil placement and patient safety procedures.
• Explains MRI procedures to patients, addressing concerns with tact and courtesy.
• Ensures patient and staff safety by explaining safety protocols and removing hazardous metal objects.
• Performs routine MRI procedures, including QC, start-up, signal-to-noise test scans, sequence selection, contrast injection, and image processing.
• Operates x-ray and imaging control consoles, portable units, and auxiliary equipment (e.g., tomographic units, C-arms, CR equipment).
• Prepares and administers oral, intestinal, and IV contrast media, or assists radiologists with IV contrast administration.
• Ensures correct patient identification and anatomical markers on all images.
• Centers tube and film to the area of interest, adjusting technical parameters (e.g., MA, KVP, collimation) for diagnostic quality.
• Explains exams to patients to solicit cooperation and modifies techniques based on patient history and condition.
• Selects appropriate coils and positions them to maximize signal and demonstrate the area of interest.
• Optimizes MRI imaging by adjusting parameters such as field of view, slice thickness, repetition time, and echo time.
• Performs tuning procedures, identifies artifacts, and rectifies issues or adjusts protocols as needed.
• Applies advanced MRI techniques, including MR interventional, magnetization transfer, echo planar, spectroscopy, and perfusion/diffusion imaging.
• Enters patient data into the computer system and adjusts transmitters/receivers for optimal image quality.
• Archives images to PACS and critiques images for diagnostic quality, consulting supervisors or radiologists as needed.
• Completes requisitions with all required information and complies with continuing education standards.

Requirements

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in radiologic technology within the last twelve (12) months, including one (1) year of recent MRI experience. One (1) year of MRI experience may be substituted with successful completion of the department’s formal MRI training program.
• Graduation from a JRCERT-approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).
• American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) Certificate or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
• Certified Radiologic Technologist - Venipuncture Certificate (California).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Knowledge of radiologic technology theories, principles, and practices.
• Knowledge of MRI principles, including clinical exams, physics, safety, cross-sectional anatomy, and patient care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of clinical experience as an MRI technologist in an acute care medical center.
• Computed Tomography (CT) experience.
• Advanced Certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARRT MR).

Schedule

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.
• Week 2: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday.
• Works every other weekend.
• Shift: Evening (1:30 PM – 10:00 PM).
• Full-time, temporary position for approximately three (3) months.

Pay

$65.97 - $71.35 per hour. Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market-competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of the total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.