PRN MRI Technologist

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a PRN MRI Technologist to produce high-quality MR images while ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will participate in ongoing training on positioning, technique, and MR safety, with procedures across multiple locations within the health system.

Required ARRT MR or ARMRIT certification within 180 days of hire and BLS; AMA-approved Radiologic Technology or MR Imaging program completion is expected.

Qualifications

• Completion of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology program or MR Imaging program.
• Preferred high school graduate.
• ARRT MR or ARMRIT MRI certification within 180 days of hire; BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures and address patient needs during examinations.
• Perform venipuncture and manage IV access as prescribed.
• Select pulse sequences per established protocols and data acquisition needs.
• Evaluate MR images for quality and accuracy; ensure patient identification.
• Adhere to ACR MR safety guidelines and screen MR staff and patients.
• Identify and respond to emergencies and participate in ongoing QA activities.
• Educate and monitor students and other health care providers.
• Other duties as assigned by the unit or department.

Skills

MR imaging

Patient positioning

Venipuncture

MR safety awareness

Emergency response

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program or MR Imaging program

High School Diploma

ARRT MR or ARMRIT certification (within 180 days)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Position Title PRN MRI Technologist Varies - PRN Bell Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest: The 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.

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
• Additional duties as assigned
• Other duties may be assigned as required.
• 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
• Preferred Education and Experience High School Graduate
• 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) upon Hire
• Preferred Licensure and Certification Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Knowledge Requirements Computer Skills

Time Type: Part time

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.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.