MRI Technologist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Provides MRI exams for diagnosis and treatment of patients as ordered by physician or provider.
• Provides imaging which affects the adequacy of clinical data and research conclusions, the correct diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Efficiently operates related system & equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs magnetic resonance imaging studies as ordered by physician or provider according to approved procedures.
• Performs IV punctures and administers contrast as ordered.
• Performs exam with technical accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Identifies anatomical orientation on all related images.
• Completes communication of pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the examination.
• Consults with professional staff members in interpretation of results.
• Schedules patients for MRI exams.
• Assists with QA/QI of PACS system.
• Ensures proper identification on all images, accurately completes computer functions according to department policies including appropriate edits, status changes, charges, logging, film marking, and storage preparation to ensure proper follow-up.
• Keeps abreast of and implements new improvement developments in field of MRI.
• Communicates and interfaces effectively with clinicians, physicians, radiologists, technologists and patients.
• Completes communication of pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the examination.
• Consults with professional staff members in interpretation of results.
• Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level of population served (If applicable to position).
• Partners with patient/caregiver in care/decision making.
• Communicates in a respectful manner.
• Ensures a safe, secure environment.
• Individualizes plan of care to meet patient needs.
• Modifies clinical interventions based on population served.
• Provides patient education based on assessment of learning needs of patient/caregiver.

Required Education:

• AAS degree or equivalent Hospital based training program with certificate of completion.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Registered technologist with ARRT certification as a R.T. ( R ).
• BLS (American Heart Assoc. or American Red Cross).

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 to 6 months as a MRI Technologist.
• Knowledge of basic nursing practices related to MRI, including emergency procedures, sterile practices, infection control techniques, and CPR.
• Experience working in an academic or clinical setting.
• Excellent problem solving. communication and critical thinking skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Adaptability and collaboration.