MRI Technologist - Days

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform MR imaging with a patient-centered approach, ensuring image quality and safety.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, positioning, venipuncture, administering prescribed contrast, evaluating images, and adhering to MR safety guidelines. The role supports the radiology department and may involve training students.

Qualifications

• Radiologic Technology graduate from AMA approved program or MR imaging pathway.
• High School graduate.
• BLS (American Heart Association) certification required.
• ARRT Licensure in Radiography; MR ARRT within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform MR procedures and produce quality images.
• Prepare patients and monitor during examinations.
• Position patients and manage venipuncture for contrast as prescribed.
• Ensure MR safety by screening and restricting access to MR areas.
• Educate and monitor students or other health care providers as needed.
• Collaborate with radiology team to maintain patient-centered care.

Skills

Patient care

MR imaging

Anatomy & physiology

MR safety

Collaboration with team

Education

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

High School Graduate

Tools

MR Imaging Equipment

Job description

## MRI Technologist - DaysApplylocations: Kansas City, KStime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-56387# Position TitleMRI Technologist - DaysDays - Full TimeCambridge Tower A## 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* Other duties may be assigned as required.* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.**Required Education and Experience*** Radiologic Technology Graduate AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology or MR Imaging**Preferred Education and Experience*** High School Graduate**Required Licensure and Certification*** Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) upon Hire* Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)* Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 180 Days**Knowledge Requirements*** Computer Skills## Time Type:Full time## Job Requisition ID:R-56387