MRI Technologist-Imaging - St. Elizabeth Hospital

About the position

The MRI Tech is responsible for daily modality operations. They perform Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) according to established protocols and work closely under the direction of the Radiologist and other physicians. They are also expected to contribute to the training and onboarding of new employees and assist in the supervision of MRI students.

Responsibilities

• Completes assigned tasks in a time frame appropriate for the situation; demonstrates flexibility to fluctuation in workload.
• Selects and operates the magnetic resonance system, surface coils, physiologic gating devices, and associated equipment to achieve desired results.
• Applies principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Properly positions the patient on the MRI scanning cradle to obtain desired anatomic position; inputs patient information and selects scan parameters for specific exam; scans patients according to established protocol and physician request; performs IV injections and has knowledge of use and care of existing IV’s; administers magnetic contrast agents specific to procedure; manipulates images using a wide variety of available computer functions to optimally visualize desired anatomy; performs quality assurance tests as specified by department protocol; demonstrates and maintains clinical competency as required for the department.
• Demonstrates knowledge of direct patient care by evaluating the patient, verifying patient ID, and related information to assure appropriate procedure is performed; explains procedure to patient; prepares patient for procedure by obtaining and recording patient history and consent form (if applicable); properly screens all patients for metal safety; ensures patient comfort, privacy, and safety during procedure; monitors condition of patient and medical equipment that may be disturbed due to the nature of exam and report changes to patient care services; troubleshoots equipment during malfunction in absence of service engineer and reports malfunction to radiology maintenance/supervisor.
• Participates in the education/instruction of students and the orientation of new staff.
• Participates in performance improvement projects; assists department in achieving successful results in all federal, state and local agency audits.
• Selects appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
• Maintains controlled access to the magnet room and Zone 2, 3 and 4.
• Oversees quality control duties and maintenance of quality control.

Requirements

• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in Diagnostic Radiology with Advanced MRI Registry (MR) (required, or must within one year of hire).
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required).
• 1 year of experience in MRI department in hospital setting (preferred).
• Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred).

Nice-to-haves

• Training in EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred).
• Experience with Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred).

Benefits

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans.
• Prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance w/AD&D.
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible.
• Paid time off.
• Educational Assistance.