MRI Technologist

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients for MRI of various parts of the body.
• Positions equipment (coils, monitoring devices, etc.) and patient in relation to each other to provide the best demonstration of the body part under study.
• Lifts and positions all coils.
• Screens patients and personnel for any ferrous metal implants or other objects on them including credit cards and all potential missiles.
• Selects appropriate pulse sequences from monitoring console for scan procedures.
• Accurately records all pulse sequences implemented for the exam.
• May recommend changes in protocol or additional instructions to provide additional diagnostic information.
• Evaluates results of scanning procedure for quality of results and completeness.
• Manipulates images through a console keyboard and mouse to display to physicians.
• Selects all image display options using the terminal.
• Recognizes problems and rectifies with respect to selection made of operation.
• Photographs images from LCD display using a special multi-format laser camera and displays on the monitor.
• Processes films, checks images for quality control as to windowing for contrast and proper display format and text.
• Sends images to PACS system, evaluates exam for completeness, and verifies exam in a timely manner.
• Develops a working knowledge of all PACS capabilities.
• Performs daily Quality Assurance tests on equipment.
• Maintains the proper level of cryogens to ensure the integrity of the magnet.
• Informs VP of Operations and MRI Supervisor and appropriate service personnel of system problems and documents accurately and completely.
• Seeks advice from appropriate resources when unsure of protocol or policy.
• Is responsive to the patient’s physical and psychological needs.
• Informs a patient of delays.
• Starts an intravenous line on patients requiring IV contrast for the MRI examination with consideration to the patient’s pain tolerance, anxieties, and fears.
• Monitors patients for contrast reactions and reports any problems promptly to a radiologist, the code team, or both, as indicated.
• Routinely practices room hygiene.
• Practices patient care with universal precautions.
• Can, with help, move patients to or from a wheelchair.
• Performs other duties/projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of approved school of radiology required (two-year course).
• Valid Connecticut X-Ray/MRI Technician license and ARRT registered.
• Minimum two years’ experience as an MRI Technician preferred.
• Orthopedic and/or neurological experience preferred.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.