MRI Technologist

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System seeks a full-time MRI Technologist at the Quivira Medical Pavilion. This role involves producing high-quality MR images while ensuring optimal patient care and safety. Key responsibilities include preparing patients, evaluating medical images, and adhering to MR safety guidelines. The position requires strong knowledge of human anatomy and requisite certifications within a defined period.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent patient care skills and be dedicated to ongoing education and training within the department.

Qualifications

• Radiologic Technology Graduate from an AMA approved school or MR Imaging.
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) certification within 180 days.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures and manage their needs during examinations.
• Evaluate medical images for quality and ensure patient identification.
• Educate and monitor students and other healthcare providers.

Skills

MRI safety knowledge

Human anatomy and physiology understanding

Patient care

Computer skills

Education

Radiologic Technology Graduate from AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology

High School Graduate

Job description

Position Title

MRI Technologist – Varies, Quivira Medical Pavilion (12000 W. 151st St.)

Position Summary / Career Interest

The MRI technologist is responsible for producing quality MR images while providing optimal patient care and applying all principles of patient safety. MRI technologists are expected to participate in on‑going training and education relating to positioning, technique and MRI safety guidelines. MR procedures are performed at multiple locations across the health system; this person shall maintain a patient‑centered focus and strive to support the mission, goals and values of University of Kansas Health System and radiology department.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrate understanding of: human anatomy and physiology; pathology; pharmacology; medical terminology; MR technique; patient positioning for MR
• Prepare patients for procedures and take care of patient needs during examinations or procedures
• Perform venipuncture, manage intravenous access, and administer medications as prescribed
• Select appropriate pulse sequences with consideration of established protocols and other factors that influence data acquisition parameters
• Evaluate medical images for quality and to ensure patient identification
• Responsible for adherence to ACR MR safety guidelines such as restricting area access, screening patients and others for MR access, and observing and controlling the MR areas
• Possess MR safety knowledge and research implanted devices
• Apply principles of MR safety to minimize risk to patients, self and others
• Identify and respond to emergency situations
• Perform ongoing quality assurance and educational activities as assigned
• Educate and monitor students and other health care providers
• Additional duties as assigned; may vary depending upon department or unit

Required Education and Experience

• Radiologic Technology Graduate from AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology or MR Imaging

Preferred Education and Experience

• High School Graduate

Required Licensure and Certification

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) OR ARMRIT–MRI Technologist Certification within 180 days
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) – American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Radiography (R) – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Knowledge Requirements

• Computer skills

Job Type

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.