MRI Technologist Assistant

Cape-Fear-Valley-Medical-Center-; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health System is seeking an MRI Technologist Assistant to provide professional, caring service in the Outpatient Imaging area in Fayetteville, NC. You will assist MRI staff with positioning, screening, and exam preparation, ensuring patient comfort and safety while following hospital protocols.

The role requires ARRT IA(MR) registration, BLS, and high school diploma, with a preference for prior MRI support experience. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Registered Imaging Assistant IA(MR) with ARRT after 18 months of hire.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist MRI staff with positioning, procedures and protocols.
• Review orders and patient charts for appropriate details.
• Prepare patients, interview them, and obtain relevant history.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure safety measures.
• Uphold infection control, universal precautions and AIDET protocol.

Skills

English language

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ARRT IA(MR) registration

BLS certification

Job description

FacilityCape Fear Valley Medical CenterLocationFayetteville, North CarolinaDepartmentCFV Outpatient ImagingJob FamilyWork ShiftDays (United States of America)SummaryThe MRI Technologist Assistant will provide a professional, caring atmosphere to all customer groups and assist MRI staff with proper positioning, procedures, and protocols, to help maintain a safe and fast-paced, environment.Major Job FunctionsThe following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:Fully competent to assist all routine procedures designated within the MRI Section of Radiology DepartmentReviews the physician order or patient chart for appropriate order, diagnosis and physician’s signatureAssists the MRI Technologist with the patient interview process by starting the MRI Interview Form screening process, helping obtain pertinent patient history and ensuring patients are properly dressed for examsAssists the Technologist with preparing the patient for the procedure and aid the patient from the exam back to their dressing room and belongingsMaintains accurate record of patientsProvides a safe environment to include but not limited to magnetic field exposure, infection control guidelines and Universal PrecautionsMaintains annual mandatory hospital training to include Level Two MRI Safety TrainingMaintains good guest relations with patients, visitors, hospital staff and medical staff to include the use of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation & Thank you)Actively participates in helping the department reach patient satisfaction goals by providing quality careActively participates in department’s Performance Improvement projectsSupports patients in the practice of their cultural and spiritual beliefs within limits of the medical regimenOther duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsThe following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:Education and Formal Training:High school diploma or equivalent requiredRegistered as an Imaging Assistant, IA(MR), with the ARRT required after eighteen (18) months of hire date. Failure to achieve registration, after eighteen (18) months of hire date, may result in termination of employmentBLS certification requiredWork Experience:1 year of experience preferredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English languageBasic understanding of medical terminology preferredDemonstrate knowledge of growth and development and understand the range of treatment needed for all age groupsAbility to provide care based on the patient’s developmental needExperienced in the treatment, care of and interacts effectively with patients of all ages to include neo-natal, newborns, adolescents, adults, and geriatricsPhysical Requirements:Ability to communicate orallyManual dexterityVisual acuityMobility to assume awkward positions, respond to emergency situations and be able to bend and liftAbility to stand and walk for extended periods of timeAbility to lift 100 lbs and carry objects up to 50 lbsPosition may involve skin, eye, or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious materialRequired Licenses and CertificationsImaging Assistant IA(MR) - American Registry Of Radiologic TechnologistsCape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity