MRI Tech

Insight Health Systems; Coldwater (MI); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Coldwater seeks an MRI Tech to perform magnetic resonance imaging procedures under a radiologist's direction. This part-time entry-level role involves ensuring high-quality scans, educating patients, and adhering to safety standards. Candidates must be graduates from an accredited radiography school and hold relevant ARRT certifications.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Radiography or equivalent.
• Must maintain proficiency in venipuncture and IV contrast safety.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI procedures for diagnosis and treatment.
• Obtain high quality scans to assist in evaluations.
• Educate patients about procedures.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Proficient in radiology technology

Ability to cope with stressful situations

Education

High school graduate/GED

Graduate of an accredited School of Radiography

Tools

PACS

EHR

Radiology Information Systems

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Schedule: Part-Time, 32 hours per pay period

Position Summary

Under the direction of a radiologist, the MRI Technologist performs a variety of magnetic resonance imaging procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Obtains high quality scans, which are interpreted by a radiologist in the evaluation of disease or abnormality. Assists radiologist or other staff physicians in the performance of diagnostic MRI procedures whenever required.

Accountabilities

*All duties listed below are essential unless noted otherwise*

• Demonstrate knowledge and skill to utilize MRI equipment, PACs, EHR and Radiology Information Systems, selecting proper technical factors based on procedure, diagnosis, age, size, weight and anatomical difference s and general health status of various age groups.
• Utilizes proper MRI safety parameters and age appropriate immobilizers to product high quality MRI scans. Processes digital images. Critiques images for diagnostic quality.
• Under the supervision of radiologist/physician demonstrates knowledge and ability to administer and document contrast according to standards for patients of all ages. Assists radiologist/ physician in the performance of diagnostic MRI procedures with patients of all ages performing support functions.
• Demonstrates the ability and knowledge to identity educational needs, obtains patient history and provide information in an easily understood terminology with clear communication style about procedures and care to patients of various ages. Determine appropriateness of procedure based on the above.
• Maintains equipment and facilities in a safe, clean condition. Reports equipment malfunctions. Demonstrates awareness of safety standards for self and assigned area. Performs all quality control checks as prescribed and maintains accurate QC logs.
• Demonstrates high level of care, courtesy, and cooperation. Educates patients about their procedures and their families’ comfort and needs are appropriately addressed in a dignified confidential manner. Follows organizations mission and values of customer service. Maintains effective communication with all members of the patient care team.
• Competent and proficient in all imaging procedures , physical comfort measures and psychosocial issues when giving care to include neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent , adult and geriatric patients.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

Education: High school graduate/GED, Graduate of an accredited School of Radiography, or equivalent (accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation - CAHEA)

Skills: Must be able to cope with the stressful situations and handle deadlines in a demanding, fast paced medical environment. Must be able to understand directions, communicate and respond to inquiries; requires effective interpersonal skils. Must be competent in the use of facility communication systems and equipment (e.g. phones, fax machines, RIS/PACS). Must maintain proficiency in venipuncture and IV contrast safety.

Years of Experience: None required

License: Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and certified in Radiography (R ) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR), or RT (ARRT) (R) and seeking eligibility for the MR credential.

Certification: Must be CPR certified

WORKING CONDITIONS

Personal Protective Equipment: NA

Physical Demands: Imaging technologists must be able to tolerate possible exposure to radiation and electrical hazards, bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluids. Must be able to move, lift, or carry equipment or materials weighing up to 10 lbs. 10% of the time, and with assistance move patients up to 200 or more lbs. 40% of the time.

Insight is an Equal Opportunity Employer Workplace

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