MRI Technologist I - Imaging Department

Advocate Health; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health seeks an MRI Technologist to support radiology services, perform MRI exams, prepare patients, and ensure safety and accurate documentation. The role includes administering IV contrast, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with physicians to deliver high-quality imaging results.

The candidate will follow radiation safety standards, document procedures in MAR, and assist in emergency responses while progressing toward MRI registry requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT-recognized radiologic or nuclear medicine program.
• MRI ARRT registry eligibility or ARMRIT program required.
• MRI registry must be obtained within 1 year of hire; BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Examine requests and verify orders with Radiologist before performing exam.
• Identify patients using two identifiers and explain procedures.
• Interview patients and obtain medical history; record in requisitions.
• Assume responsibility from start to finish of the exam and provide dictated results.
• Prepare and administer IV contrast per protocol; record contrast details.
• Evaluate image quality and consult Radiologist for discrepancies.
• Provide basic patient care and assist in code blue emergencies.
• Perform MRI scanning and assist physicians during invasive procedures.
• Operate radiology computer system and document contrast administration in MAR.
• Maintain clean, stocked work areas and ensure equipment safety and readiness.
• Collaborate with anesthesia during MRI exams as needed.
• Adhere to radiation safety guidelines and safety modules.

Skills

MRI safety

Patient care

Imaging quality

Code blue procedures

Equipment operation

Education

Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology degree

MRI ARRT registry eligibility

Tools

MRI scanner

Radiology computer system

MAR documentation

Job description

Major Responsibilities

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient. Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam. Contacts ordering provider when there are discrepancies.

• Properly identify (Using two patient identifiers) and assist patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures. Prepares patients for the procedure with a full explanation and documents on appropriate worksheets.

• Interviews patients for a complete medical history. Reviews in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMR’s to obtain pertinent clinical history. Records medical history on requisitions. Correlates other test results and laboratory data with exam being performed.

• Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of dictated results.

• Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols. On request, records contrast type and amount.

• Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed. Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as instructed.

• Performs basic patient care functions. Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient’s condition. Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary. Assists in “code blue” procedures during medical emergencies.

• Performs MRI scanning and assists Physicians/PA during invasive procedures. Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary supplies. Performs all invasive procedures in accordance with bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies and procedures.

• Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.

• Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members. Follows appropriate radiation safety standards.

• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology engineer.

• Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease.

• Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures. Attends all in-service classes and completes all required safety modules.

• Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies. Documents contrast administration in the MAR.

• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Keeps area completely stocked. Cleans all work areas to promote cleanliness in the workplace.

• Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a MRI scan.

• Maintains knowledge of all MRI safety requirements for both staff and patients while in and around magnetic fields.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology. Active enrollment in an MRI ARRT registry eligible or ARMRIT program required.

Certification / License

MRI registry must be obtained within 1 year of hire. BLS required.

Work Experience

n/a

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development. Demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies. Occasional standing, walking, and sitting during normal operation. Frequently may be required to stretch, bend twist, squat or kneel in the daily operation of the MRI department. May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the day such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, being near moving equipment. Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation.

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.