MRI Technologist (Per Diem)

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Sunset Corners (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System in Florida seeks an MRI technologist to perform MRI examinations, coordinate patient flow, and ensure safety. You will operate the MRI scanner and produce high-quality diagnostic images under physician orders.

The role requires ARRT-MR or ARMRIT certification (active within 1 year), CPR BLS, and a training program in MRI or equivalent experience. You will document in patient logs and comply with department policies.

Qualifications

• Enrolled or completed a training program in MRI or equivalent experience.
• Active ARRT-MR or ARMRIT certification (must be maintained).
• CPR BLS certification maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Check patient chart to guarantee the correct exam is performed.
• Coordinate MRI exams with other departments and doctors' offices.
• Document information in patient log book and scan sheet.
• Promote patient safety and protect MRI equipment by obtaining medical history and exam reasons.
• Follow patient-identification policy before examination.
• Inform supervisor of equipment repairs and keep MRI area clean.
• Maintain current education on MRI issues.
• Monitor patients in the MRI scanner with nursing assistance when needed.
• Operate MRI scanner to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Perform scans promptly to reduce patient delays.
• Enter and transmit patient information to PACS after examination.

Skills

MRI technologist experience

Effective communication

Confidentiality

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Education

MRI training program

ARRT-MR / ARMRIT certification

Tools

PACS

Job description

Job Summary

Performs MRI examinations on patients as requested by the referring physicians. Coordinates patient flow and activities of the MRI Scanner.

Job Specific Duties

• Checks patient chart or prescription to guarantee proper exam is performed.
• Coordinates MRI exams with other departments and doctors' offices.
• Documents all the required information in patient log book and patient scan sheet.
• Exercises extreme care and caution while obtaining medical history and reason for examination in order to promote patient safety and avoid damage to MRI equipment.
• Follows hospital patient-identification policy prior to performing examination.
• Informs shift supervisor of equipment repair and keeps MRI equipment clean and orderly.
• Responsible for maintaining current educational levels to stay current on new MRI issues.
• Monitors all patients in the MRI scanner with nursing assistance when appropriate.
• Operates MRI scanner to produce detailed high quality diagnostic images.
• Performs scans in a timely manner to reduce patient delays.
• Enters and transmits patient information to PACS promptly upon completion of examination.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Enrolled or completed a training program in MRI (or) 3 years of MRI Technologist experience
• American Registry of Rad Tech ARRT-MR or ARMRIT - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment-required within 1 year of hire date
• American Heart Association CPR BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 1 year of experience as an MRI technologist preferred.
• Knowledge of location of emergency equipment and their functions.
• Knowledge of cardiac, fetal, and other specialties are preferred.
• Knowledge of working in an OR environment preferred.
• Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and co-workers.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to problem solve and adapt standard clinical procedures to the individual client's needs.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.

Job:

Imaging & Radiology

Department:

RADIOLOGY MRI-2100-721733

Job Status:

Professional