MRI Technologist

What you will do

• Prepares patients and adjusts equipment for performing MRI.
• Positions and instructs patients regarding procedures.
• Maintains competency with IV injections for the administration of IV contrast media.
• Performs MRI procedures accurately and efficiently and according to established standards.
• Captures and maintains daily schedules for efficiency and assesses exam completion.
• Affords assistance with staff/student on-the-job training and orientation.
• Assists with preparing for and conducting MRI classes.
• Collects and maintains records as needed by the Radiology Department, Quality Assurance Department, Joint Commission accreditation, OSHA guidelines or as may be required by the law.
• Maintains all records/reports required for the MRI area (i.e. patient records, volume records and equipment records).
• Provides detailed reports to management as requested.
• Consults with radiologist, physicians and other patient-care personnel as to specific details of individual exams and for specialized protocols.
• Researches lab data results, be familiar with IV Access Systems/Restrictions, and monitors injection of contrast material and patient condition throughout the exam.

Essential Qualifications

• The individual must be able to work the hours specified.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience

• Associate's or equivalent from a 2 year college or technical school, or hospital based Radiologic Technology Program
• Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Upon Hire: Less than 1 year
• Thorough knowledge of radiologic and MRI terminology, practices and procedures, physiology and human anatomy

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Upon Hire: 1-3 years of training/experience in MRI

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.