MRI Technologist

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform quality MRI imaging under physician supervision. The role involves ensuring patient safety, administering contrast, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates must obtain ARRT MR certification within two years and have at least one year of radiologic tech experience.

Qualifications

• ARRT MR advanced registry or ARMRIT certification required within 2 years.
• Intravenous (IV) competency preferred.
• At least 1 year of radiologic tech experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI examinations while ensuring safety and integrity.
• Administer MRI contrast and evaluate patient safety screening forms.
• Maintain patient records and liaise with physicians.

Skills

Radiologic Technology

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Patient Interaction

MRI Safety Knowledge

Education

ALD Radiologic Sciences or Trade School Certificate

Job description

Overview

Performs general MRI examinations while maintaining safety integrity of MRI operational area for all people including staff and customers. Maintains an adequate supply inventory for performing examinations. Explains examination and procedure to patients and completes departmental documentation. Performs MR Tech I responsibilities with additional competencies in Breast biopsy and/or Prostate biopsy, dual modality MR/CT Tech, or Hospital Based/Standing ED. Knowledge in: Radiologic Technology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Sonography, or Radiation Therapy.

Job Description

Provide quality MRI imaging to patients under the supervision of a physician, adhering to protocol standards. Duties include but are not limited to: administration of MRI contrast per protocol, evaluating and approving patient MRI safety screening forms, understanding MRI safety zones and regulations, reviewing patient records for accuracy, evaluating implants and devices through vendor resources, liaising with physicians and support staff, maintaining patient records, performing MRI exams per protocol, reviewing imaging for accuracy and quality, explaining procedures to patients, and completing departmental documentation.

Must obtain ARRT MR advanced registry or ARMRIT certification within 2 years of hire.

Intravenous (IV) competency is preferred.

Education

• ALD Radiologic Sciences or Trade School Certificate

Certification/Licensure

• ARRT or MR certification

Experience

At least 1 year of radiologic tech experience