MRI Technologist

Expedite Technology Solutions LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist to join their healthcare team in Atlanta. This full-time position involves preparing patients for MRI procedures, operating advanced imaging equipment, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate will have the required certifications and a passion for patient care. Join a dynamic environment where your skills will help make a difference in patient diagnostics and treatment. If you are ready to take the next step in your career in a supportive and innovative healthcare setting, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• ARRT-MRI certification is required for this role.
• BLS certification and Covid vaccination are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for MRI procedures and perform assessments.
• Operate MRI scanners and maintain protocols.
• Assist radiologists with special procedures.

Skills

Patient Assessment

MRI Operation

Radiation Protection

Technical Problem Solving

Education

ARRT Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

PACS System

EPIC (Electronic Health Records)

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• Greets and introduces self to patient. Prepares patients for procedures by performing a medical assessment of the mental and physical evaluation of lab values, confirming patient identification through verbal communication and ID band (if applicable), and describing the nature and time requirements of requested examinations to the patient. Records patient history, unusual conditions/limitations, and other vital information.
• Attends regularly scheduled department meetings i.e. staff, in-service, training, etc.
• Trains Radiologic Technology students.
• Identifies problems and communicates to the immediate supervisor; offers solutions as appropriate. Enters detailed accounts of patient incidents in the Patient Incident Reporting System.
• Schedules patients in sections and coordinates scheduling with other departments to ensure patient flow. Operates MRI scanner according to hospital protocol and manufacturer's recommendations. Demonstrates working knowledge of equipment and workflow for all MRI departments. Demonstrates correct and adequate anatomic positioning skills.
• Follows all physician orders and order requisitions. Consults with a radiologist and/or other physicians regarding examinations as necessary. Assists Radiologists with special procedures (e.g., biopsies, abscess drainage procedures), practices sterile technique, and prevents cross-contamination to patients and instruments.
• Provides radiation protection to patients, staff, and self, according to prescribed safety standards.
• Restocks and maintains assigned workstations/equipment in an orderly fashion.
• Retrieves and loads images and resolves "exceptions" in the PACS system. Tracks images to "end procedure" in EPIC (Electronic Health Records) and assures that all images are archived at the end of each shift.
• Maintains all aspects of the MRI scanner protocols and procedures.
• Transfers all MRI images performed in the MSU MRI scanner to the appropriate systems for interpretation.
• Maintains a level of hygiene in the MSU equal to that of inpatient medical care sites.

Job Title:

MRI Technologist

Location:

Atlanta, GA

Duration:

Full-Time (Permanent)

Shift:

Days/Nights

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities:

• Greets and introduces self to patient. Prepares patients for procedures by performing a medical assessment of the mental and physical evaluation of lab values, confirming patient identification through verbal communication and ID band (if applicable), and describing the nature and time requirements of requested examinations to the patient. Records patient history, unusual conditions/limitations, and other vital information.
• Attends regularly scheduled department meetings i.e. staff, in-service, training, etc.
• Trains Radiologic Technology students.
• Identifies problems and communicates to the immediate supervisor; offers solutions as appropriate. Enters detailed accounts of patient incidents in the Patient Incident Reporting System.
• Schedules patients in sections and coordinates scheduling with other departments to ensure patient flow. Operates MRI scanner according to hospital protocol and manufacturer's recommendations. Demonstrates working knowledge of equipment and workflow for all MRI departments. Demonstrates correct and adequate anatomic positioning skills.
• Follows all physician orders and order requisitions. Consults with a radiologist and/or other physicians regarding examinations as necessary. Assists Radiologists with special procedures (e.g., biopsies, abscess drainage procedures), practices sterile technique, and prevents cross-contamination to patients and instruments.
• Provides radiation protection to patients, staff, and self, according to prescribed safety standards.
• Restocks and maintains assigned workstations/equipment in an orderly fashion.
• Retrieves and loads images and resolves "exceptions" in the PACS system. Tracks images to "end procedure" in EPIC (Electronic Health Records) and assures that all images are archived at the end of each shift.
• Maintains all aspects of the MRI scanner protocols and procedures.
• Transfers all MRI images performed in the MSU MRI scanner to the appropriate systems for interpretation.
• Maintains a level of hygiene in the MSU equal to that of inpatient medical care sites.

Requirements

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-MRI) - Required
• BLS Certification (AHA) - Required
• Covid Vaccination - Required

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Healthcare