Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist

SSM Health; Missouri; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend program

Job summary

MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital in Missouri seeks a Radiology MRI Technologist to perform diagnostic MR imaging under the direction of radiologists. The role includes Cardiac MRI and interoperative MRI tasks, with emphasis on safety and image quality.

The MR technologist will screen patients, operate RIS/PACS systems, and collaborate with the radiology team to ensure accurate and timely results.

Qualifications

• Certified MR technologist with ARRT MRT certification.
• Experience with Cardiac MRI and interoperative MRI preferred.
• Strong patient interaction and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Performs magnetic resonance imaging examinations.
• Maintains MR safety screening for all patients.
• Produces quality MR images and documents findings.
• Operates EMR and RIS per guidelines.
• Collaborates with radiologists and staff.

Skills

MR Imaging

Safety procedures

Patient communication

Cross sectional anatomy

Education

ARRT MRT

Tools

RIS

PACS

EMR

Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling
MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Highlights:
Weekend Program
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Radiologist, Director, and Manager performs diagnostic medical imaging by magnetic resonance including Cardiac MRI, Interoperative MRI or invasive procedures.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
Position Accountabilities and Performance Criteria (Percent of Time)
Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria:
Position Accountabilities

• Performs magnetic resonance imaging examinations. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) 40%
  

Criteria

• Demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives and choose the appropriate course of action.
• Provides MR safety screening for 100% of patient/visitor/staff prior to entering MR room(s).
• Responds to changes in workload using time to departmental advantage.
• Conducts job duties in accordance with departmental standards.
• Communicates technical information in a manner appropriate for the intended audience, (patient, family, member or visitor).
• Produces quality images in a consistent manner.
• Serves as a resource to co-workers.
• Assesses for vein/site selection and initiates venipuncture per established standards. Documents venipuncture site/contrast in RIS per established departmental guidelines.
• Demonstrates knowledge of cross sectional anatomy. Knows MR anatomical landmarks and able to recognize abnormalities and alert radiologist as needed.
• Demonstrate ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and respectful manner, to assure and promote a culture of safety.
• Maintains proficiency in the utilization of the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Observes establishes departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program safety, environmental and infection control standards. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8) 2%
  

Criteria

• Runs appropriate quality control procedures, evaluates results and makes appropriate corrections.
• Notifies supervisor when quality issues arise.
• Demonstrates attitude of cooperation and professionalism when working