MRI Technologist

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of: human anatomy and physiology; pathology; pharmacology; medical terminology; MR technique; patient positioning for MR
• Prepare patients for procedures and take care of patient needs during examinations or procedures
• Perform venipuncture, manage intravenous access, and administer medications as prescribed
• Select appropriate pulse sequences with consideration of established protocols and other factors that influence data acquisition parameters
• Evaluate medical images for quality and to ensure patient identification
• Adhere to ACR MR safety guidelines such as restricting area access, screening patients and others for MR access, and observing and controlling the MR areas
• Possess MR safety knowledge and research implanted devices - Apply principles of MR safety to minimize risk to patients, self and others
• Identify and respond to emergency situations
• Perform ongoing quality assurance and educational activities as assigned
• Education and monitor students and other health care providers

Qualifications

• MRI Graduate from AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology or MR Imaging
• Licensed Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) OR ARMRIT--MRI Technologist Certification within 180 Days
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) upon Hire

Skills

• Computer Skills
• Time Type - Full time