MRI Technologist

About the role

As an MRI Technologist, you will be responsible for performing high-quality magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations to assist in diagnosing medical conditions. Every day you will prepare patients for scans, operate advanced MRI equipment, ensure patient safety in the magnetic environment, and accurately capture detailed anatomical images. To be successful, you will demonstrate expert technical proficiency in MRI, meticulous attention to detail for image quality and safety, and excellent patient communication to ensure a comfortable and effective diagnostic experience.

Responsibilities

• Patient Safety & Screening: Executes rigorous pre-screening protocols and safety checks for all patients and visitors to mitigate the unique, extreme hazards associated with the MRI environment.
• Patient Care & Preparation: Prepares patients for procedures by explaining exams, addressing questions, ensuring proper preparation, and providing necessary positioning and immobilization to ensure diagnostic quality.
• Imaging Excellence: Selects and customizes scan protocols, adjusts imaging parameters, and interprets tissue contrast patterns to produce superior images while ensuring consistent, high-quality diagnostic results.
• Technical Operations: Maintains, calibrates, and prepares MRI equipment, verifying operational readiness and sanitizing units after each use to ensure strict adherence to safety and department protocols.
• Data Management & PACS: Manages patient records, logs, and imaging data; ensures accurate transfer to PACS for archival and prepares clinical cases for immediate physician review.
• Operational Support: Coordinates patient flow, maintains inventory levels, and performs essential administrative duties to ensure the seamless and efficient operation of the imaging department.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of Radiological Technology, upon hire
• Lead: One year of work experience in the senior level of the job family, or any combination of experience or education that would demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
• Medical Radiographer: WA, upon hire
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire
• Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging, upon hire