MRI Technologist (Weekend Option)

Western Missouri Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Missouri Medical Center is seeking an Radiologic Technologist specialized in MRI to perform MRI exams per established protocols. The candidate will review requisitions, prepare equipment, screen patients for allergies and metal, and explain procedures to patients.

The role includes coordinating scheduling, ensuring image quality, and entering data into RIS/PACS while maintaining safety and compliance with department policies.

Qualifications

• ARRT registry in Radiology required; MRI registry preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program is required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Review requisitions, check and prepare equipment and supplies.
• Explain procedure to patient and position patient on table.
• Schedule and/or reschedule patients as needed.
• Review/evaluate completed images and provide histories to radiologist.
• Enter exams in RIS and PACS; send images to cloud system.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

ARRT registry

MRI certification preferred

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

Description

PURPOSE STATEMENT

Performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging exams of designated anatomical areas as ordered/directed, according to established protocols.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Review requisitions, check and prepare equipment and supplies.
• Identify and screen patients for possible allergies to contrast materials and metal in body.
• Explain procedure to patient, position patient on table and use appropriate coil for exam.
• Schedule and/or Reschedule patients as needed.
• Review/evaluate completed images for quality, completeness and type of test ordered, provide histories to radiologist for complete diagnosis.
• Monitor patient's condition during and after exam to ensure patients safety.
• Record/label images in sequence and with patient identification and other information required by the Radiologist to make an accurate diagnosis.
• Enter exams in the Radiology Information System and PACS.
• Comply with established department policies, procedures, objectives, and quality.
• Attend in-service and other meetings as required.
• Perform duties of Radiologic Technologist as needed.
• Send images to cloud system.
• Perform other duties as directed by Diagnostic Imaging Director.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• ARRT registry in Radiology required and ARRT registry in MRI is preferred.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic.
• Current AHA or Red Cross BLS is required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to sit and stand, intermittent 8 to 10 hours a day.
• Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.
• Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.
• Continuously utilizes manual/bi-manual dexterity, near vision, speech, and hearing.
• Frequently stands, walks, sits and utilizes eye/hand coordination and color definition.
• Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 40 lbs.
• Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.