MRI Technologist - Summit Diagnostic Center Fountain City & Wellington

Summit Medical Group; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Medical Group's Summit Diagnostic Center Fountain City & Wellington is seeking an MRI Technologist for a full-time role in the Knoxville area. You will prepare patients, perform MRI scans, and ensure safety and quality according to radiologist protocols.

The ideal candidate will have AMA-approved training in radiologic technology or MRI, ARRT MRI eligibility or certification within six months, and typically 12 months of MRI experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology or Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
• Preferably twelve months’ previous work experience in MRI or other advanced modalities.
• Registered, or registry eligible within six (6) months of employment, in MRI through ARRT. Basic Life Support Certification (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for MRI scans. Uses universal precautions on all patients.
• Collects pertinent patient history / information and relates to radiologist, contributing to the plan of care.
• Checks patients’ charts for correct order, contraindication and other precautions.
• Positions patients and provides ear protection during MRI exams.
• Performs MRI scans according to radiologist’s protocols and maintains image quality.
• Maintains daily log of patients and assists with documentation and reporting as requested.

Education

AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology or Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Job description

Summit Diagnostic Center Fountain City & Wellington is recruiting for a MRI Technologist. This is a full time opportunity.

Examples of Duties (List does not include all duties assigned)

• Prepares patients for MRI scans. Uses universal precautions on all patients.
• Collects pertinent patient history / information and relates to radiologist, which will contribute to the plan of care.
• Checks patients’ charts for correct order, contraindication and other precautions.
• Prepares patients for procedures, including discussing with patients the process to be followed in performing the MRI procedures and obtaining patients’ signatures for consent forms and other paperwork as needed.
• Positions patients and provides ear protection for the MRI exam.
• Performs optimum quality MRI scans according to radiologist’s protocols.
• Makes sound decisions based on judgment within scope of their ability on technical or patient related problems.
• Assists in quality control of the equipment by contacting appropriate personnel and notifies supervisor as required.

• Maintains daily log of patients, assists in compiling monthly statistical data, and assists with other documentation and / or reporting as requested.
• Prepares and reviews the images for technical quality.
• Stores images on optical disks and maintains these files for retrieval.
• Prepares scan room for MRI exams. Cleans, using the proper cleaning technique, and maintains adequate stock of linen and supplies.
• Performs all duties while exhibiting a courteous and cooperative manner to all coworkers, management and the public.
• Demonstrates current competencies related to job position.
• Adheres to all aspects of the company’s Corporate Compliance Program.
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Actively participates in site-level Quality Improvement Activities. Each employee will contribute to the continual evaluation site performance as well as the implementation and measurement of improvement activities that increase the quality of care provided to patients.
• Performs related tasks as requested by supervisor.

Education

Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology or Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

Experience

Preferably twelve months’ previous work experience in MRI or other advanced modalities. At least twelve months’ previous work experience in MRI preferred but not required.

Certification/License

Registered, or registry eligible within six (6) months of employment, in MRI through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Basic Life Support Certification (BLS).

Summit Medical Group is East Tennessee’s largest primary care organization with more than 526 providers at 90 practice locations in 23 counties. Summit also consists of four diagnostic centers, mobile diagnostic services, eight physical therapy centers, four express clinics, central laboratory, and sleep services center. Summit provides healthcare services to more than 370,000 patients, averaging over one million encounters annually. For more information, visit www.summitmedical.com

In addition to our commitment to the health of our community, our organization is also committed to the health of our employees through our employee Wellness Program. Employees receive a discounted monthly insurance premium if they actively participate in the wellness program. Pre-employment drug testing will occur prior to starting work and only candidates who pass the drug test will be considered eligible for employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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