Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI Technologist

About the role

Join a team where your work matters—every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you will be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact. Operates a scanner to obtain images used to diagnose and treat pathologies. Department: Imaging - MRI. Work locations include Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately to produce cross-sectional images of the body.
• Performs patient pre-screening, scheduling, and education related to the examination.
• Enters and monitors patient data and transfers images.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning.
• Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of a Radiology/MRI program.
• MRI credential