MRI Technologist - Days

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist for day shifts in the Cambridge Tower. The role involves producing quality MR images, maintaining patient safety, and adhering to MR safety guidelines across facilities.

Responsibilities include patient prep, venipuncture, selecting pulse sequences, and educating students and staff while supporting ongoing QA activities within the radiology department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved Radiologic Technology program or MR imaging program.
• BLS (AHA) certification required by hire.
• ARRT radiography and MR credentials expected within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality MR images following established protocols.
• Position patients and manage intravenous access as required.
• Ensure MR safety by screening patients and controlling access to MR areas.

Skills

MRI imaging

Patient care

Safety procedures

Education

Radiologic Technology education

Tools

ARRT MR certification

Job description

Position Title MRI Technologist - Days Days - Full Time Cambridge Tower

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

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About The University of Kansas Health System As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.