MRI Technologist (Per Diem)

Job Summary

Performs MRI examinations on patients as requested by the referring physicians. Coordinates patient flow and activities of the MRI Scanner.

Job Specific Duties

• Checks patient chart or prescription to guarantee proper exam is performed.
• Coordinates MRI exams with other departments and doctors' offices.
• Documents all the required information in patient log book and patient scan sheet.
• Exercises extreme care and caution while obtaining medical history and reason for examination in order to promote patient safety and avoid damage to MRI equipment.
• Follows hospital patient-identification policy prior to performing examination.
• Informs shift supervisor of equipment repair and keeps MRI equipment clean and orderly.
• Responsible for maintaining current educational levels to stay current on new MRI issues.
• Monitors all patients in the MRI scanner with nursing assistance when appropriate.
• Operates MRI scanner to produce detailed high quality diagnostic images.
• Performs scans in a timely manner to reduce patient delays.
• Enters and transmits patient information to PACS promptly upon completion of examination.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Enrolled or completed a training program in MRI (or) 3 years of MRI Technologist experience  
• American Registry of Rad Tech ARRT-MR or ARMRIT - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment-required within 1 year of hire date
• American Heart Association CPR BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 1 year of experience as an MRI technologist preferred.
• Knowledge of location of emergency equipment and their functions.
• Knowledge of cardiac, fetal, and other specialties are preferred.
• Knowledge of working in an OR environment preferred.
• Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and co-workers.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to problem solve and adapt standard clinical procedures to the individual client's needs.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.