MRI Radiology Technologist: Patient-Focused Imaging

UMC Health System; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Resilience program

On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)

PTO & Extended Illness Medical, Dental

Job summary

The Radiology Technician, MRI at UMC Health System participates in the day-to-day operation of the CT/MRI department, performing exams under the Radiologist and conducting quality control. This role includes setting up and adjusting imaging parameters, coordinating with PACS, and ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited Radiology program and at least 1 year of hospital/clinic experience, with MRT certification and ARRT eligibility within 12 months

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Radiology.
• Minimum 1 year of progressive hospital/clinic experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform all CT/MRI procedures and quality control tests within CT/MRI department as specified by procedure manual.
• Adjust contrast and density levels; merge studies on PACS; adapt scanning methods for age-specific exams.
• Process images including bone windows, soft tissue windows, reconstructions and 3D imaging.
• Charge exams according to CPT definitions and review lab results for corrections.
• Proficiently start IVs and inject contrast media as needed for exams.
• Educate patients about exams, expectations and time frames; transport patients as required.
• Schedule patients for CT/MRI exams and ensure necessary information is available.

Skills

On-call ability

Independent judgement

Radiology equipment knowledge

Regulatory standards knowledge

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Radiology

Tools

PACS

Job description

The Radiology Technician, MRI at UMC Health System participates in the day-to-day operation of the CT/MRI department, performing exams under the Radiologist and conducting quality control. This role includes setting up and adjusting imaging parameters, coordinating with PACS, and ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited Radiology program and at least 1 year of hospital/clinic experience, with MRT certification and ARRT eligibility within 12 months