MRI Technologist - Full Time

Indiana Regional Medical Center, Inc.; Ben Avon (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana Regional Medical Center, Inc. is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform routine and advanced MRI procedures following physician orders and protocols. You will explain procedures to patients, ensuring comfort and safety while screening for contraindications and positioning for high-quality images.

You will operate MRI equipment, monitor patients, document results in PACS/EMR, and assist with contrast under supervision, while upholding Zone 4 safety standards and ongoing QA activities.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved school of radiologic technology.
• 2 years of general radiologic technologist experience preferred.
• MRI experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced MRI procedures in accordance with physician orders and imaging protocols.
• Explain procedures to patients, ensuring comfort, cooperation, and safety throughout the exam.
• Screen patients for MRI contraindications, including implants, pacemakers, and metal objects.
• Position patients accurately and use appropriate coils and techniques to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
• Operate MRI scanners and associated equipment, troubleshooting technical issues when necessary.
• Monitor patients during imaging, responding promptly to discomfort or medical needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation and enter data into PACS and EMR.
• Adhere to MRI safety protocols, including maintaining Zone 4 safety standards and reporting safety concerns.
• Assist with contrast administration under physician or radiologist supervision, following all guidelines.
• Participate in quality assurance, continuing education, and equipment maintenance routines.

Skills

Patient communication

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

Registered with ARRT (RT(MR))

MR certification within 1 year of hire

BLS certification

Tools

ARRT MR

Job description

• Perform routine and advanced MRI procedures in accordance with physician orders and imaging protocols.
• Explain procedures to patients, ensuring comfort, cooperation, and safety throughout the exam.
• Properly screen patients for MRI contraindications, including implants, pacemakers, and metal objects.
• Position patients accurately and use appropriate coils and techniques to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
• Operate MRI scanners and associated equipment, troubleshooting technical issues when necessary.
• Monitor patients during imaging, responding promptly to discomfort or medical needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation and enter data into PACS and electronic medical records (EMR).
• Adhere to MRI safety protocols, including maintaining Zone 4 safety standards and reporting safety concerns.
• Assist with contrast administration under physician or radiologist supervision, following all guidelines.
• Participate in quality assurance, continuing education, and equipment maintenance routines.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• EDUCATION: Completion of an approved school of radiologic technology required
• EXPERIENCE:
  • 2 years of general radiologic technologist preferred
  • MRI experience preferred
• LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
  • Registered with the ARRT as an RT(MR) or registered through ARMRIT
  • Registered in MR within 1 year of hire beginning June 2005
  • BLS certification required or obtained within 1 month of hire

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