MRI Technologist (Travel)

Job Summary:

• Performs high quality MRIs for interpretation by the Radiologist in an efficient and timely manner.
• Exhibits the ability to manipulate the exam to better serve the patient requirements.
• Knows how to adjust parameters to meet patients size, body habitus and needs.
• Always puts patients safety, needs and feeling first; makes sure to check positive identification before performing all exams.
• Knows how to provide quality care to all.
• Advance knowledge of cross sectional anatomy required.
• Ability to work fluidly and as a member of a team.
• Manage patient flow and obtain pertinent patient medical information/data.
• Perform QA/QC in accordance with ACR guidelines.
• Ability to start, maintain and remove IVs and power injector.
• Has advanced knowledge of contrast media, how it affects patients and what action to take in the event of a reaction.
• Checks and double checks all contrast before it is given to the patient and charts contrast usage appropriately in the patients chart.
• Use of vital signs monitoring equipment for critical patients.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent and graduation of accredited radiologic technology program required.

Certifications:

• ARRT certification in MRI required.
• BLS issued through American Heart Association required.
• IV certification preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 1-year MRI experience preferred.
• IV Starts.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Thorough knowledge of MRI procedures, equipment, cross sectional anatomy, physiology, medical terminology and patient care skills.

Responsible to:

• Radiology Manager, Clinical Supervisor and Charge MRI Technologist.

Exposure:

• Bloodborne pathogen C.
• Exposure to various body fluids and magnetic field.

Physical Demands:

• Lifts, transfers, positions patients and equipment in excess of 50 pounds on a regular basis.