MRI Technologist - Weekend Option

The University of Kansas Health System; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Weekend MRI Technologist at Olathe Hospital. The role focuses on producing quality MR images while ensuring patient safety and comfort, with ongoing training in positioning, technique and MRI safety guidelines.

The position requires completion of an orientation program and a minimum commitment period, joining a team dedicated to radiology excellence across multiple locations within the health system.

Qualifications

• Understanding of human anatomy and physiology, pathology, pharmacology, medical terminology, MR technique, patient positioning for MR.
• Ability to prepare patients and address needs during examinations or procedures.
• Knowledge of venipuncture, IV access management, and medication administration as prescribed.
• Familiarity with pulse sequences and data acquisition parameters.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, medical terminology and MR technique.
• Prepare patients for procedures and provide care during examinations.
• Perform venipuncture and manage IV access; administer medications as prescribed.
• Select pulse sequences per established protocols and factors affecting data acquisition.
• Evaluate MR images for quality and correct patient identification.
• Adhere to MR safety guidelines per ACR standards and screen for MR access.
• Apply MR safety principles to minimize risk to patients and staff.
• Identify and respond to emergencies; participate in QA and educational activities.
• Educate and monitor students and other health care providers.
• Carry out unit/department specific competencies as assigned.

Skills

Anatomy & physiology

MR imaging technique

Patient care

Venipuncture

MR safety

Emergency response

Education / training

Education

Radiologic Technology program graduate

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Position Title

MRI Technologist - Weekend Option

Weekend Days - Full Time

Olathe Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest:

The Weekend 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.This role requires a minimum of a 12 month commitment and requires completion of an orientation training program

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
• 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

Required Licensure and Certification

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) OR
• ARMRIT–MRI Technologist Certification within 180 Days
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Preferred Licensure and Certification

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

Knowledge Requirements

• Computer skills

Time Type:

Full time

Job Requisition ID:

R-49795

Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail].

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.