MRI Technologist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Operates magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment to produce cross-sectional images of patient body for diagnostic purposes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs MRI examinations according to department policy and protocols.
• Includes preparing and positioning patients for MRI procedures of various parts of the body.
• Positioning includes setting up equipment (coils, monitoring devices, etc.) and patient in relation to each other to provide best demonstration of body part under study.
• Performs Quality Control tests on department equipment, reporting any discrepancies to the proper personnel.
• Collects and evaluates relevant examination information from scheduling, patient, and referring physician, including screening information.
• Maintains departmental records and patient information according to policy.
• Is responsive to patient physical and psychological needs.
• Keeps patient informed.
• Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety.
• Listens to and answers patient questions with patience and courtesy.
• Performs safety procedures for outpatients, inpatients, patient families, and for hospital staff.
• Screens patients and personnel for any metal object or implants on them that would cause harm to the patient or equipment.
• Ensures that no patient/visitor/healthcare worker enters scan room with metal objects or contraindicated implants.
• Evaluates results of scanning procedure for quality of results and completeness.
• Manipulates images through use of console keyboard and mouse to display to physician.
• Using terminal, can select all image display options.
• Recognizes problems and rectifies with respect to selection made of operation.
• Sends images to PACS system, evaluates exam for completeness, and verifies exam in timely manner.
• Develops a working knowledge of all PACS capabilities.
• Maintains accurate documentation on logbook worksheet and charging of examination and all supplies.
• Seeks advice from appropriate resource when unsure of protocol or policy.
• Independent judgment in planning sequence of operations and making minor decisions in a complex technical or professional field.
• Works directly with patients and/or customers.
• Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction.
• Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction.
• Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.

Required Education:

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• Completion of an MRI accredited program.

Required Certification & Licensure:

• Registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT-R).
• American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT).
• BLS.

Preferred Certification & Licensure:

• ARRT (MR).

Required Skills & Experience:

• Zero (0) to six (6) months of related experience.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner.