MRI Technologist - Days

kansashealthsystem; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kansas Health System is seeking an MRI Technologist for day shift, based in Liberty, MO. The role involves producing quality MR images, ensuring patient safety, and participating in ongoing education across radiology locations within the system.

Candidates should have AMA-approved radiologic technology training or MR imaging education, plus MR certification within 180 days and BLS at hire. Prior MR experience and knowledge of safety guidelines are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved radiologic technology program or MR imaging program.
• High school diploma may be considered in lieu of formal training in some cases.
• ARRT MR certification or ARMRIT MRI certification required within 180 days of hire; BLS on hire.
• Fundamental knowledge of MRI safety and patient care practices.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and MR technique.
• Prepare patients for MRI procedures and address patient needs during examinations.
• Perform venipuncture and manage intravenous access; administer medications as prescribed.
• Select pulse sequences per established protocols and acquisition parameters.
• Evaluate MR images for quality and correct patient identification.
• Adhere to MR safety guidelines and screen individuals accordingly.
• Apply MR safety principles to minimize risk to patients, staff and self.
• Identify emergencies and respond appropriately.
• Engage in ongoing QA and educational activities; mentor students and staff.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned and meet department needs.

Skills

MR technique

Patient positioning

Anatomy & physiology

Medical terminology

Safety guidelines

Venipuncture

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

High School Diploma

Job description

Position Title

MRI Technologist - DaysDays - Full TimeLiberty Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest:

Shift: Days - Mon. - Fri. - 6:30am - 3pm
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

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) OR
• ARMRIT--MRI Technologist Certification within 180 Days
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) upon Hire

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Knowledge Requirements

• Computer Skills

Time Type:

Full time

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.