MRI Technologist / Contingent

Henry Ford Health System; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Magnetic Resonance Technologist to perform MRI studies. Responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, preparing and monitoring equipment, and assisting radiologists. This role requires certification from recognized bodies and offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment with a focus on patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with ARMRIT or ARRT in Radiography, ARDMS, or NMTCB.
• Two years of experience in Radiography recommended.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI scans and prepares patients.
• Monitors patients for reactions and assists in complex procedures.
• Ensures proper equipment functioning and room setup.

Skills

Patient Care

Equipment Operation

Quality Control

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Under general supervision, performs magnetic resonance imaging studies using a magnetic resonance imaging device, which includes preparing patients, positioning, setting imaging parameters, and performing computer processing and displaying images. Assists in developing protocol for patient studies. Performs quality control procedures on equipment.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Explains examination procedure to patients and prepares patient for the examination.

· Reviews clinical data on requisition and performs appropriate examination. Obtains additional information about the patient medical history as necessary to ensure a safe procedure for the patient.

· Prepares procedure room and regularly replenishes stock such linen and related supplies.

· Analyzes anatomical structure of patient, sets up equipment and performs the MRI scan.

· Manually controls the equipment to obtain the proper diagnostic information from the area of the body being studied.

· Administers contrast and monitors patient for possible reactions as appropriate to the study.

· May prepare and set up sterile equipment, monitors, and supplies required for the procedure to be performed.

· Ensures the adequate supplies are on hand and properly stored.

· Assists Radiologist in performing complex diagnostic procedures such as biopsies.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

· High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.

· Must maintain the required hours of continued education.

· Two (2) years of experience in Radiography is recommended but not mandatory.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

· Must be registered with the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT), or must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography, American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) with the advanced ARRT registry in MRI or registry eligible.

· If registry eligible, registry must be obtained within 12 months of date of hire. Failure to obtain registry within the designated time frame will result in termination of the Magnetic Resonance Technologist position.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
• Department: Rad Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Shift: Rotating
• Union Code: Not Applicable

About the company

The Henry Ford Health System is a comprehensive, integrated, non-profit health care organization in Metro Detroit.

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