MRI Technologist I PRN

OIA-Staffing-Inc; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Medical Imaging in Kokomo, Indiana is seeking an experienced MRI Technologist for a PRN role at our outpatient imaging center. The MRI technologist will perform routine to complex MR procedures, ensuring safety and quality per ARRT standards.

Responsibilities include documenting orders, interacting with the medical record, administering medications as prescribed, and maintaining image quality and archiving data. ARRT/ARMIT registry required; up to 5 years experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiology or equivalent two-year program.
• ARRT or ARMIT MR registry required; MR advanced registry within 12 months.
• Must be registered with ARRT/ARMIT and meet state licensure requirements.
• Up to 5 years experience as an MRI technologist.

Responsibilities

• Receives, relays, and documents orders in the patient's medical record.
• Corroborates patient history with physician's order for procedures.
• Administers medications as prescribed and manages patient needs during procedures.
• Applies ALARA principles to minimize exposure to patient and staff.
• Performs MR procedures per established protocols for diagnostic interpretation.
• Evaluates images for technical quality and proper patient identification.
• Provides education to patients, students and other health care providers.
• Conducts quality assurance activities and maintains digital data archives.
• Maintains supply inventory and ensures safe environment per standards.
• Precepts students/residents and participates in staff meetings.

Skills

MRI procedures

MRI equipment

Multitasking

Documentation

Anatomy knowledge

Computer skills

Education

Associate degree in Radiology

Job description

Description

Join an energetic, patient-focused team! Advanced Medical Imaging is currently seeking an experienced MRI Technologist for a PRN position at our outpatient imaging center located in Kokomo.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Radiology Medical Director, the MRI technologist:

Performs routine to complex magnetic resonance procedures and related techniques, producing images at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.

Ensures services are performed in a safe environment in accordance with established guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Serves as part of the imaging center team and seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Receives, relays, and documents verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient's medical record.

Corroborates patient's clinical history with physician's order and procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. May also verify informed consent, if applicable.

Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures.

Identifies, prepares, and/or administers medications as prescribed by and under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Applies principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others, when taking radiographs.

Performs venipuncture and maintains intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.

Identifies, prepares, positions patient, and competently performs procedure by using established MR protocols or as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner for diagnostic interpretation or intervention, to achieve the highest quality image.

Evaluates images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded.

Identifies and manages emergency situations.

Provides education to patients, as well as students and other health care providers.

Performs ongoing quality assurance activities.

Conducts POC Creatinine clearance testing in accordance with established MR protocols or as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner for diagnostic interpretation.

Knowledge of emergency shut-down procedures and how to properly react to a quench.

Selects appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.

Manipulates and reconstructs digital data for display or hard copy records, ensuring proper identification is evident.

Maintains archival storage of digital data as appropriate.

Assists in maintaining supply inventory.

Follows established Safety Standards to ensure a safe environment for self, patients, visitors, and staff (including contracted staff).

As required, instructs students and residents and performs preceptor duties as necessary.

Establishes ownership of clinical area by taking pride in appearance and readiness of exam rooms, equipment, and supplies.

Participates in performance improvement activities.

Takes the initiative to help other modalities/areas of the Imaging Center as assigned or when work load/area allows.

Attends/participates in staff meetings, in-services, and center-wide meetings as scheduled.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

EXPERIENCE:

• Up to 5 years experience as a MRI Technologist

EDUCATION:

• Must have a minimum Associates Degree in Radiology or be a graduate of an accredited two-year radiology program.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography, or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMIT) and maintain current valid registration from ARRT or ARMIT. MR advanced registration through ARRT or ARMIT is required upon hire for IDTF centers. Non-IDTF centers require MR advanced registry within the first 12 months of employment. Additionally, must meet the state licensure requirement for the state in which they practice.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of routine to complex MRI procedures and protocols.
• Skill in operation of MRI equipment as well as applicable ancillary equipment.
• Ability to work independently and multitask.
• Ability to provide documentation accurately and concisely.
• Demonstrates understanding of human cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiopharmacology, and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and retrieving of data.

Our outpatient imaging center offers competitive salary and benefits. Pre-employment drug screen and background check are required.

OIA partners with local healthcare providers to develop, own and operate quality, easily accessible, service-oriented outpatient diagnostic imaging centers. To learn more, visit us at www.oiarad.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

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