MRI Technologist I, Weekend Program, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

Responsibilities

Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient; Properly identifies and assists patients while offering a brief explanation of procedures; Interviews patients for a complete medical history; Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning until completion of dictated results; Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols; Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed; Performs basic patient care functions; Performs MRI scanning and assists Physicians/PA during invasive procedures; Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members; Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology engineer; Maintains knowledge of all MRI safety requirements for both staff and patients while in and around magnetic fields; Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies; Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion; Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a MRI scan

Requirements

Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology; Active enrollment in an MRI ARRT registry eligible or ARMRIT program required; MRI registry must be obtained within 1 year of hire; BLS required; Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development; Demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served; Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 ($10,000 for new graduates); Relocation Assistance: $5,000 for qualified candidates; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program