MRI Technologist Contingent Days

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Harper University Hospital is seeking a Radiologic Technologist specialized in MRI to perform diagnostic MRI exams under supervision. The role requires patient verification, history review, and risk assessment, with clear explanations of procedures and potential risks.

You will set up equipment, acquire images, and communicate findings to the radiologist. Responsibilities include image review, quality assurance, and contributing to process improvements in radiology.

Qualifications

• ARRT or ARMRIT certification in Radiology or MRI.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
• 1+ year of radiologic technologist experience in Radiology or MR.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic MRI exams using appropriate imaging equipment.
• Verify patient identity and review medical records for exam appropriateness.
• Interview patient to obtain/update medical history and assess risks.
• Explain procedure, risks, benefits and alternatives to patient.
• Set up equipment and acquire images per script.
• Review images and communicate data to radiologist.

Skills

ARRT/ARMRIT certification

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Radiologic technologist experience

Education

ARRT or ARMRIT certification (Radiology/MRI)

Tools

MRI scanners

Imaging protocols

Job description

Job Description

Description

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 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

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

Imaging and Radiology

Primary Location

Hospital/Facility

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