MRI Technologist: PRN

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a part-time MRI Technologist responsible for producing quality MR images and providing optimal patient care in Kansas City. This role requires participation in ongoing training related to MRI safety and techniques.

Key responsibilities include preparing patients, performing venipuncture, and ensuring adherence to MR safety guidelines. Candidates should be graduates from an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology with a certification in MRI.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology or Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification upon hire.
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging license within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Produce quality MR images while ensuring optimal patient care.
• Participate in ongoing training for MR safety and technique.
• Educate and monitor students and other healthcare providers.

Skills

Human anatomy and physiology

Patient positioning for MRI

MR safety knowledge

Venipuncture and intravenous access

Education

Radiologic Technology Graduate from an AMA approved School

High School Graduate

Job description

## MRI Technologist: PRNApplylocations: Kansas City, KStime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition id: R-53962# Position TitleMRI Technologist: PRNVaries - PRNBell Hospital## Position Summary / Career Interest:The MRI technologist is responsible for producing quality MR images while providing optimal patient care and applying all principles of patient safety. MRI technologists are expected to participate in on-going training and education relating to positioning, technique and MRI safety guidelines. MR procedures are performed at multiple locations across the health system; this person shall maintain a patient-centered focus and strive to support the mission, goals and values of University of Kansas Health System and radiology department.**Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions*** Demonstrate understanding of: human anatomy and physiology; pathology; pharmacology; medical terminology; MR technique; patient positioning for MR* Prepare patients for procedures and take care of patient needs during examinations or procedures* Perform venipuncture, manage intravenous access, and administer medications as prescribed* Select appropriate pulse sequences with consideration of established protocols and other factors that influence data acquisition parameters* Evaluate medical images for quality and to ensure patient identification* Responsible for adherence to ACR MR safety guidelines such as restricting area access, screening patients and others for MR access, and observing and controlling the MR areas* Possess MR safety knowledge and research implanted devices - Apply principles of MR safety to minimize risk to patients, self and others* Identify and respond to emergency situations* Perform ongoing quality assurance and educational activities as assigned* Educate and monitor students and other health care providers* Additional duties as assigned* Other duties may be assigned as required.* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.**Required Education and Experience*** Radiologic Technology Graduate AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology or MR Imaging**Preferred Education and Experience*** High School Graduate**Required Licensure and Certification*** Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 180 Days* Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) upon Hire**Preferred Licensure and Certification*** Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)**Knowledge Requirements*** Computer Skills## Time Type:Part time## Job Requisition ID:R-53962### *We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.*