MRI Technologist

Aurora Health Care; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin is seeking a skilled MRI Technologist to operate MR equipment for routine musculoskeletal, neurological, and body imaging. You will obtain patient history, verify orders, administer contrast under Radiologist direction, position patients, and ensure image quality with proper safety protocols.

You will also post-process images, document data in the radiology information system, and participate in QA and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Advanced training beyond high school in Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT MRI registration or CAMRT/ARMRIT certification within 2 years or as required.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification within 6 months.
• Ability to provide patient care across age groups.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI equipment for diagnostic procedures across musculoskeletal, neuro, and body imaging.
• Obtain patient history, verify orders, and administer contrast under Radiologist supervision.
• Position patients, adjust scanning factors, ensure safety and image quality.
• Post-process images and label with patient data and scan location.
• Maintain radiology information system records and document billing codes.
• Perform QA tests and report equipment issues; evaluate new equipment.
• Assist with patient handling including lifting and transporting.
• Provide age-appropriate care per department policies.

Skills

Cross sectional anatomy

IV and venipuncture

Communication skills

Independent work

Computer skills

Safety awareness

Certification Addendum

Education

Radiologic Technology program completion

Job description

Major Responsibilities

• Competently operates magnetic resonance (MR) equipment used to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures. Procedures include routine musculoskeletal, neurological and orthopedic imaging, arthrogram, neurological angiography, body imaging, and small joint imaging.


• Obtains medical history from patients, compares requisitions to physician's orders to ensure ordered exam accuracy, and prepares and administers contrast media under the direction of the Radiologist.


• Positions patient and selects proper scanning factors, adjusts factors to attain the appropriate images, and provides magnet protection and safety in accordance with regulatory agencies.


• Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images.


• Maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.


• Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures. Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff and evaluates new products and equipment.


• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.


• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

• Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and


• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) registration and certification issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 2 years, or


• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) certification issued by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT), or


• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) certification issued by the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT), and


• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required

• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.

Experience Required

• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and magnetic safety.


• Competent in IV and venipuncture (if required by facility).


• Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.


• Ability to work independently.


• Intermediate computer skills.


• Certification Addendum


• Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g.DNV, CARF or others).

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.


• Must be able to:


• - lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.


• - lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.


• - carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.


• Must be able to:


• - push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.


• - perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.


• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation and magnetic hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.


• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.


• Must have clear speech, vision and hearing.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.