MRI Technologist II

Aurora Health Care Metro, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care Metro, Inc. is seeking an MRI Technologist to operate MR equipment for diagnostic procedures and ensure image quality. You will review requisitions, coordinate with Radiologists, and manage patient care and safety throughout imaging exams.

The role requires advanced MRI training, 2 years of MRI experience, and ability to work in a fast-paced radiology department. On-site Milwaukee facility with hospital-based procedures and QA responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and magnetic safety.
• Proficient in IV and venipuncture (if required by facility).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Certification Addendum

Responsibilities

• Operates MR equipment to perform basic to advanced diagnostic procedures.
• Obtains medical history, administers contrast media under Radiologist direction.
• Positions patient and selects scanning factors with safety.
• Post-processes images and labels patient data and scan location.
• Maintains records and enters study data into radiology information system.
• Identifies equipment issues and conducts QA tests and calibration.
• Serves as a technical resource and preceptor for staff and students.
• Collaborates with departments to educate on imaging processes.
• Performs patient positioning and transporting duties with proper technique.
• Makes age-specific patient care assessments per department policies.

Skills

Cross-sectional anatomy

Magnetic safety

IV/venipuncture

Communication skills

Independent work

Computer skills

Technical knowledge

Education

Advanced Radiologic Technology program

Tools

MRI equipment

Job description

Major Responsibilities:

• Proficiently operates magnetic resonance (MR) equipment used to perform basic to advanced diagnostic procedures. Must perform and be proficient with all of the following procedures if performed at assigned facility which include angiography, thoracic, abdomen, venous, cardiac, functional MRI, gated, interventional, breast MRI, fetal MR, and spectroscopy.
• Obtains medical history from patients, compares requisitions to physician's orders to ensure ordered exam accuracy, and prepares and administers contrast media under the direction of the Radiologist.
• Positions patient and selects proper scanning factors, adjusts factors to attain the appropriate images, and provides magnet protection and safety in accordance with regulatory agencies.
• Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images.
• Maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
• Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures. Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff and evaluates new products and equipment.
• Serves as a technical resource, role model and/or preceptor for students and staff. Acts as a resource to staff at own facility and throughout the system.
• Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients after procedures and any other imaging department processes and procedures.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) certification issued by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT), or
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) certification issued by the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) or
• Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) registration and certification issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 2 years, and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providerscertification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required:

• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.

Experience Required:

• Typically requires 2 years of experience in a MRI Technologist role.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Advanced knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and magnetic safety.
• Proficient in IV and venipuncture (if required by facility).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
• Ability to work independently.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Certification Addendum
• Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g.DNV, CARF or others).

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to:
• - lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• - lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• - carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
• - push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• - perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation and magnetic hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must have clear speech, vision and hearing.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.