MRI Technologist - Days

kansashealthsystem; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform high-quality MR imaging with a focus on patient safety across multiple locations. You will assist with positioning, protocol selection, and image quality while maintaining a patient-centered approach.

Full-time role requiring BLS and ARRT Radiography certification; ARRT MRI certification within 180 days is preferred. AMA-approved Radiologic Technology education is required, with potential for ongoing education in

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT Radiography (R) certification is required.
• ARRT MRI certification within 180 days preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, medical terminology, MR technique, and patient positioning.
• Prepare patients for procedures and attend to patient needs during examinations.
• Perform venipuncture and manage intravenous access.
• Select pulse sequences per established protocols and factors affecting data acquisition.
• Evaluate medical images for quality and correct patient identification.
• Adhere to MR safety guidelines and screen for MR access eligibility.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain MR safety practices.
• Educate and monitor students and other health care providers.

Skills

MR imaging

Anatomy & physiology

Patient positioning

MRI safety knowledge

Quality assurance

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

High school diploma

Tools

MR equipment

Job description

Position Title

MRI 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

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.