MRI Technologist PRN - Atrium Health Cabarrus

The MRI Technologist I perform procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards. Operates MRI Scanners and associated equipment with a high level of proficiency. This equipment includes scanner, post processing stations/programs, IV contrast injectors, O2 and suction equipment, patient transport and patient monitoring equipment.

Responsibilities

Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient; Properly identify (Using two patient identifiers) and assist patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures; Prepares patients for the procedure with a full explanation and documents on appropriate worksheets; Interviews patients for a complete medical history; Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam 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 proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary supplies; Practices radiation safety standards; Reports malfunctioning equipment; Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease; Adheres to hospital fire and safety procedures; Attends all in-service classes and completes all required safety modules; Operates radiology computer system; Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion; Assists other medical personnel; Maintains knowledge of all MRI safety requirements for both staff and patients while in and around magnetic fields

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; CPR certification 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; Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation

Nice to have

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