MRI Technologist II – Advanced Imaging & Patient Care

West Tennessee Healthcare; Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

West Tennessee Healthcare in Paris, TN, seeks a Radiology MRI Technologist to perform and monitor MRI procedures on an assigned shift. You will work under the Unit Coordinator MRI supervision and may be called back or required to overtime.

Responsibilities include operating MRI equipment, processing images with PACS, educating patients and families, screening for MRI contraindications, preparing the room and supplies, and contributing to a positive departmental climate while adhering to quality

Qualifications

• Skills and proficiency in the technical field of Radiologic Technology. Such proficiency is acquired through completion of a formal education program in Radiologic Technologic (ARRT) that is accredited by AMA.
• Consistently smiles and is pleasant to patients, visitors and co-workers. Cheerfully adheres to and promotes the “Quality Plus” and departmental “Service Excellence” expectation standards.

Responsibilities

• Proficient use of MRI equipment. Uses professional skills to perform high quality MRI procedures on patients of all ages according to established protocol.
• Reconciles, acquires and processes images in the Radiology PACS setting.
• Provides explanation and education to patients and family members.
• Screens patients for special problems that prohibit use of MRI.
• Prepares room with supplies and equipment necessary to complete procedure.
• Conducts daily calibration and QC measures as required.
• Prepares patients and administers contrast media as required.
• Applies appropriate functions and applications within the Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Contributes to a positive work climate and the overall team effort.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.

Skills

Proficiency in MRI

MR imaging experience

Patient education

Education

Radiologic Technology program (ARRT accredited)

AMA accreditation

Tools

MRI equipment

RIS

PACS

Job description

West Tennessee Healthcare in Paris, TN, seeks a Radiology MRI Technologist to perform and monitor MRI procedures on an assigned shift. You will work under the Unit Coordinator MRI supervision and may be called back or required to overtime.

Responsibilities include operating MRI equipment, processing images with PACS, educating patients and families, screening for MRI contraindications, preparing the room and supplies, and contributing to a positive departmental climate while adhering to quality