MRI Technologist Contingent Days

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Detroit is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform diagnostic exams. The candidate will ensure patient safety, review medical history, and communicate with physicians. This role requires ARRT registration and a commitment to high-quality imaging practices.

Qualifications

• Registered by ARRT in Radiology or MRI.
• Completion of BLS training required.
• 1+ years experience as a Radiologic Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic MRI exams while ensuring patient safety and care.
• Communicate with radiologists and document patient information.
• Educate residents and new employees on imaging practices.

Skills

Patient care

Diagnostic imaging

Risk assessment

Emergency response

Communication

Education

Registered by ARRT

AHA Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.

Job Description:

Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic MRI exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment.

• Verifies patient identity and reviews patient's medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure.
• Interviews patient to obtain, verify or update medical history and assesses risk factors such as medications, pregnancy and/or psychological indicators.
• Explains procedure to patient, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow-up.
• Sets up equipment and acquires appropriate images as per script.
• Reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions from established protocols and communicates data to radiologist.
• Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate. Provides physician-prescribed post care instructions to patients.
• Participates in process improvement activities within radiology practice including but not limited to quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis and patient satisfaction.
• Provides imaging education to residents, student technologists and new employees.
• Able to take call/standby as required by the department.

Qualifications:

1. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (R) or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).

2. Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.

3. One or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (R) or advanced certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).

Job: CT/MRI/Ultrasound

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital

Job Type: PRN

Shift Type: Day

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