Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist - FT, Nights

Prisma Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health is seeking an MRI Technologist to operate MRI equipment, produce high-quality images, and ensure patient safety across all ages. The role includes screening patients for magnet safety and coordinating procedures with radiologists.

Responsibilities include proper patient positioning, technique optimization, and accurate data entry. Night shift duties are part of the schedule, with a focus on timely and safe imaging services.

Qualifications

• Evidence of certification in radiologic technology or equivalent program.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.

Responsibilities

• Proper positioning and scanning protocol adherence for MRI procedures.
• Identify patients using two identifiers and ensure magnet safety.
• Prepare scan room with approved cleaning protocols and manage supplies.
• Administer contrast materials per physician or protocol.
• Perform quality control tasks and data entry for procedures.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Data entry skills

Mathematical skills

Education

Certification Program

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Responsible for the independent operation of the MRI equipment achieving high-quality images, maintaining an optimal level of patient care, while working with patients of all ages. Responsible for screening all patients and staff entering into zone 3 and 4 to ensure magnet safety.

Essential Functions

• All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
• Performs all procedures proficiently and strives to maintain high quality. This includes proper positioning, choosing appropriate coils, and thorough knowledge of scanning protocols. Imaging studies must be completed in a timely manner, charged appropriately, and then taken to the radiologist for interpretation as soon as possible after the completion of the exam.
• Identifies patients using two patient identifiers. Communicates with patient and/or medical staff concerning MR safety questionnaire and other pertinent clinical history. Obtains completed questionnaire and proper history to ensure magnet safety for patients entering department. Communicates with appropriate medical staff any sedation needs of the patient. Informs patients and families of delays.
• Prepares scan room for procedures using approved cleaning protocols. Appropriately discards sharps and maintains appropriate level of supplies and linen in rooms.
• Properly prepares and administers contrast materials associated with MRI procedure that are within scope of practice as prescribed by a physician or in approved Radiology protocol
• Implements emergency procedures, as needed.
• Performs department and hospital related computer functions pertinent to job. Enters and records all data accurately and promptly.
• Exhibits competency in performing quality control tasks associated with equipment and procedures to ensure standards are met.
• Stays abreast of organizational, affiliate and departmental changes/updates by checking email on each shift.
• Provides clinical instruction to staff technologists and students. As needed, will prepare staff schedules to ensure department is staffed properly and coordinate daily workflow.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

• This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Requirements

• Education - Certification Program. Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program
• Experience - No experience required.

In Lieu Of

• Team members in this job as of 11/08/2020 are grandfathered from the minimum requirements listed above pending state and regulatory requirements.

Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses

• ARRT registered in Radiology & MRI; OR ARRT registered in MRI; OR ARMRIT-American Registry of MRI certification
• BLS

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Proficient computer skills (database)
• Data entry skills
• Mathematical skills

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Location

5 Medical Park Rd Richland

Facility

1510 Richland Hospital

Department

15107123 Magnetic Resonance Imaging

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