MRI Technologist
Avera Health · Sioux Falls, SD · Today
On-site$32.25–$48.5/hrFull-time
About the role
Responsible for operating MRI equipment to make clinical diagnostic images as directed by physicians and performs routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and procedures.
Responsibilities
- 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
- Coordinates daily schedules for efficiency and assesses exam completion
- Assists with staff/student on-the-job training and orientation
- May assist in preparing for and conducting MRI classes
- Assists with the collection and maintenance of 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
Requirements
- 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 of experience
- Thorough knowledge of radiologic and MRI terminology, practices and procedures, physiology and human anatomy
Qualifications
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Upon Hire
- 1–3 years of training/experience in MRI
Pay
The pay range for this position is $32.25 – $48.50 per hour. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. May be eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus.
Schedule
Rotating evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.