MRI Technologist I - Atrium Health Cabarrus-Nights

This position is sign on bonus eligible:

Major Responsibilities  

• Examines requests andverifies orders on each assigned patient. Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performingexam.Contacts ordering provider when there are discrepancies.  

• Properlyidentify(Using two patient identifiers)andassist patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures. Prepares patients for the procedure with a full explanation and documents onappropriate worksheets.  

• Interviews patientsfor a complete medical history. Reviews in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMR’s to obtain pertinent clinical history. Records medical history on requisitions. Correlates other test results and laboratory data withexam being performed.  

• Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of dictated results.  

• Prepares andadministers IV contrast according to departmental protocols. On request, records contrast type and amount.  

• Evaluatestechnical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed. Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes anyadditional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as instructed.  

• Performs basic patient care functions.Informsappropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient’s condition. Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary.Assists in “code blue” procedures during medical emergencies.  

• Performs MRI scanning andassists Physicians/PA during invasive procedures.Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary supplies. Performs all invasive proceduresin accordance with bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies and procedures.  

• Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.  

• Practicesprinciple of radiation safety for self, employees,patients and family members. Followsappropriate radiation safety standards. 

• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinicalengineering/radiology engineer.  

• Maintainsknowledge and skillsrequired to work safely in an environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectiousdisease.  

• Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures.Attends all in-service classes andcompletes all required safety modules.  

• Operatesradiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies. Documents contrast administration inthe MAR.  

• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Keeps area completely stocked. Cleans all work areas to promote cleanliness in the workplace.  

• Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction witha MRI scan.  

• Maintains knowledge of all MRI safety requirements for both staff and patients while in and around magnetic fields. 

Minimum Job Requirements 

Education 

Graduateof 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 programrequired.   

Certification / License 

MRI registry must be obtained within 1 year of hire.BLSrequired. 

WorkExperience 

n/a 

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities 

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development. Demonstrates the skills and competencyappropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served. 

PhysicalRequirementsand WorkingConditions 

Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients,equipment and supplies. Occasional standing, walking, and sitting during normal operation.Frequently may berequired to stretch,bend twist, squat or kneel in the daily operation of the MRI department. May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the day such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, being near moving equipment. Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation.