MRI Tech

Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group seeks an MRI Technologist to operate MRI equipment and capture high-quality diagnostic images. You will follow physician instructions, position patients correctly, and ensure safety throughout the imaging process.

The role requires an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in radiology and ARRT MRI certification, with responsibility for proper documentation and image handling. This on-site position offers opportunities to contribute to patient diagnosis and care.

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in radiology and ARRT MRI certification required.
• Strong knowledge of MRI procedures, safety protocols and patient positioning.

Responsibilities

• Uses radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and ensure patient and staff safety.
• Reviews and evaluates developed images to determine diagnostic suitability.
• Positions imaging equipment and adjusts exposure settings per examination specifications.
• Explains procedures and monitors patients to ensure safety and comfort during scans.
• Inputs and documents scan sequences and image data in the computer system.
• Operates or supervises MRI equipment to produce diagnostic images of the body.
• Positions and immobilizes patients on the examination table.

Skills

MRI imaging

Radiology safety

Education

Associate's degree in radiology

ARRT MRI certification

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80920Education Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $35.00 - $45.00 Hourly

Summary

MRI Technologists utilize magnetic resonance imaging scanners to capture specific images ordered by a physician to aid in patient diagnosis. MRI Technologists must be able to closely follow a physician's instructions, prepare and operate MRI equipment, position patients correctly and effectively record the requested diagnostic images.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uses radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
• Reviews and evaluates developed x-rays, or computer generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
• Positions imaging equipment and adjusts controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
• Explains procedures and observes patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
• Keys commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust transmitters and receivers, or photograph certain images.
• Operates or oversees operation of radiologic and magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
• Positions and immobilizes patient on examining table.

Records, processes and maintains patient data and treatment records, and prepare QualificationsEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Associate's degree or bachelor's degree program related to the radiology field and is registered with the ARRT with an MRI certification.