MRI Technologist PRN

Envision Radiology; Lafayette (LA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated PRN MRI Technologist to join their team in Lafayette. In this role, you will perform MRI procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will collaborate with Radiologists to coordinate scan protocols and maintain high-quality imaging standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your skills and expertise will make a significant impact on patient care. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced clinical setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of MRI experience preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI procedures and ensure patient safety.
• Coordinate scan protocols with Radiologist and maintain equipment.

Skills

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Patient Education

Detail Oriented

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Team Player

Education

Accredited Registered Technologist Program

ARRT Certification in MRI

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Envision Imaging is looking for a PRN MRI Technologist to join our team in Lafayette!
This is a PRN, as needed position | Position Pay Range $33.85 - $43.60

Summary/Objective:

Performs MRI procedures according to protocol and age specific needs, including patient preparation. Maintains and monitors patient environment, adheres to safety procedures and contributes to the security and maintenance of the unit.

Essential Functions

1. Interfaces with patient to ascertain medical history and provides instructions and explanation of the procedure and/or exam to obtain the best possible image.

2. Reviews patient charts for missed clinical information and/or consent. Screens patients for surgical and other implants, contrast allergies, etc.

3. Obtains prior films/exams as needed and performs high quality scans to submit to the Radiologist for interpretation.

4. Performs exams while attending to patient’s care before, during and following exam and notifies the appropriate party if patient’s condition changes at any time.

5. Transfers images to other locations as needed.

6. Coordinates scan protocols with Radiologist.

7. Maintains and regularly inspects equipment and immediately reports any quality concerns as well as equipment failures or deficiencies.

8. Interfaces with Lead Technologist & Center Manager regarding any and all departmental concerns.

9. Attends regular staff meetings and adheres to Envision’s Compliance, Quality & Safety Programs.

10. Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

1. Technical Capacity.

2. Ethical Conduct.

3. Thoroughness.

4. Time Management.

5. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervision responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in an environmentally controlled outpatient clinical environment. Potential exposure to radiation, which is minimized by the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Possible exposure to bodily fluids, communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation and other conditions common to a medical office environment. Often requires work in cool, dimly lighted rooms.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Job Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications/Experience:

• Two plus years’ experience in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) – preferred

• Ability to educate patients on procedures being performed

• Detail oriented, self-motivated, a problem solver and a team player

• Ability to navigate multiple computer screens and browsers quickly and accurately

• Ability to excel in a very fast-paced team environment

• Ability to continuously “exceed” company and customer expectations

• Strong communication skills & professional demeanor

Education/Certifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Technologist program

• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification with Registry in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) or current American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)

• Current license from state medical board (if applicable)

• Current CPR certification

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None required for this position.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Other duties may be assigned as needed by supervision.

OSHA Exposure Rating: 3

It is reasonably anticipated ALL employees in this job classification will have occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids.

Envision Radiology is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by application federal, state or local law.