MRI Technologist -Days

The University of Kansas Health System; Overland Park, Northern (KS, KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Overland Park, KS is hiring a MRI Technologist for day shifts. You will produce quality MR images and provide patient-centered care while adhering to MR safety guidelines and ongoing training.

Responsibilities include patient preparation, venipuncture, and assisting in education of staff and students. Required: Radiologic Technology graduate from AMA approved program or MR Imaging; ARRT MR or ARMRIT within 180 days; BLS/ACLS on hire.

Qualifications

• Must be a Radiologic Technology graduate from an AMA approved program or MR Imaging specialty.
• ARRT MR certification OR ARMRIT certification required within 180 days of hire.
• BLS/ACLS from American Heart Association upon hire preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality MR images with optimal patient care.
• Prepare patients and monitor during examinations; ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Perform venipuncture and manage IV access; administer medications as prescribed.
• Select MR pulse sequences per established protocols and monitor data acquisition.
• Ensure MR safety per ACR guidelines and screen patients for MR access.
• Educate and supervise students and health care staff as assigned.
• Handle emergency situations and maintain QA activities.

Skills

MR imaging

Patient positioning

Venipuncture

Medication administration

MR safety compliance

Education & mentoring

Education

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

High School Diploma (preferred)

Job description

## MRI Technologist -DaysApplylocations: Overland Park, KStime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-56416# Position TitleMRI Technologist -DaysDays - Full TimeIndian Creek Main## Position Summary / Career Interest:Shift: Days - Mon. - Fri. - 8am - 4:30pm or 8:30am - 5pm 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## Job Requisition ID:R-56416