MRI Technologist Device Management

Atrium Health; Ardmore (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking an MRI Technologist – Device Navigator. This role focuses on ensuring the safe scanning of patients with implanted devices while maintaining MRI protocols and communication with scanning technologists. Candidates must have extensive experience and relevant certifications, including ARRT.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Medicine program.
• ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Medicine required.
• Five years experience in MRI, knowledge of implanted device management.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and approve MRI exams for patients with implanted devices.
• Manage MRI scan patients with implanted devices.
• Complete the 'Device Navigation Report' for accurate patient information.

Skills

Device management in MRI

Knowledge of MRI protocols

Triage skills

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Medicine

Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Medicine

Job description

Overview

PRIMARY PURPOSE

MRI Technologist – Device Navigators serve as the primary resource for investigating, researching, and approving MRI exams for patients with implanted devices (pacemakers, spine stimulators, etc.). These Technologists, working with the MRMD (MRI Medical Director) and Electrophysiology service line (within Cardiology), ensure that patients can be scanned safely in the MRI setting while communicating clinically relevant information to the scanning technologists prior to patients being placed on an MRI schedule

Major Responsibilities

• Maintain the knowledge base for all MRI protocols performed within the market to include sites/locations that have specific expertise (i.e., Cardiac MRI, Level I, II, and III Trauma, fMRI, etc.)
• Maintain an understanding of the parameters for device management with all field strengths and magnet types (1.5T, 3.0T field strength and open versus closed magnets).
• Pursue and investigate new devices released to the market, aging devices considered for MRI scanning, along with ACR and TJC standards for device management on an ongoing basis.
• Manage the established work queue to identify MRI scan patients with implanted devices (pacemakers, spine stimulators, etc.)
• Carry-out the work-up process required to ensure the patient can be safely managed and scanned in the MRI setting. Once approved, move the patient to the scheduling queue.
• Triage patients within the work queue to include prioritization for STAT/Urgent versus routine In-patients and Urgent versus routine Out-patients. Working with the on-site scanning technologists, strive to maintain efficient workflow within various clinical settings.
• Determine whether the device is in the “conditional” or “non-conditional” classification for MRI while identifying the manufacturer, age, and type of device.
• Working with the MRMD and Electrophysiology service line as needed, assess the safety parameters of the device for MRI and determine the patient's eligibility for a safe, diagnostic MRI exam.
• Based on the type of device and resources required for a safe exam, provide feedback to the scheduling team regarding triage to the appropriate location/department for the patient's appointment.
• Complete the “Device Navigation Report” for all patients and ensure this information is included with the patients order that will be used by the scanning technologists. Include in detail all relevant information pertaining to the device.
• Serve as a market resource for MRI Technologists, Radiologists, and Providers for inquiries regarding the management of implanted devices within the MRI setting.
• Support Radiology Administration and MRI leaders in the development of MRI protocols, device safety parameters, and affiliated policies and procedures.
• Serve as a resource for facility Safety Officers, Risk Management, Quality, and other entities pertaining to the investigation of MRI safety events as needed.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

Graduate of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Medicine Certificate, associate degree program

Certification / Registration / License

ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Medicine (including NMTCB) with advanced ARRT or ARMRIT certification in MRI. MRSO (Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer) required. If not MRSO certified upon hiring, candidates will be given one year to obtain certification.

Work Experience

Five years of experience in MRI with demonstrated skillset in the gamut of MRI exams

Experience and knowledge of implanted device management in the MRI setting must be demonstrated.

PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

Graduate of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Medicine Certificate, bachelor’s degree program

DISCLAIMER

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.