MRI Technologist - Trainee

The University of Kansas Hospital; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an MRI Technologist Trainee to develop essential MRI skills under mentorship. This position offers hands-on experience with diverse MRI equipment and protocols, contributing to the ongoing quality and safety of patient care. Candidates must be committed to obtaining ARRT MRI certification within the first year of employment and possess a strong patient-centered focus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and completion of a radiologic technology program.
• Must obtain MRI certification within 12 months.
• Knowledge of MR safety and patient care skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for MRI procedures and monitor their needs.
• Perform venipuncture and manage intravenous access.
• Evaluate medical images for quality and adherence to safety guidelines.

Skills

Medical terminology

Patient care

Human anatomy

Computer skills

MR safety knowledge

Education

High School Graduate

Graduate AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology

Job description

Position Summary / Career Interest:

The MRI technologist trainee works under the direction and mentorship of the MRI technologist. Their goal is to acquire essential MRI knowledge and technical skills that will allow them to transition into an independent MRI technologist role. The trainee will rotate amongst different MRI areas within the University of Kansas Health System to obtain experience on many scanners, protocols, and workflows. Trainees are required to be MRI registered through the ARRT within 12 months of hire date. 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; MRI technique; patient positioning for MRI
• 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
• 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

• High School Graduate
• Graduate AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology

Required Licensure and Certification

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 1 Year
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Required Language Skills

• English - speaking

Knowledge Requirements

• Computer skills

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.

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• Radiology, Olathe, Kansas, United States Remove