MRI Technologist

Position Summary :

The MRI Technologist (MRIT) will perform a variety of complex, specialized, and technical tasks associated with the operation of high field strength magnets. The MRIT will operate high field strength magnets and related equipment to produce special MR images of specific body parts and will position patients for MRI scans using immobilization and protective equipment as required. The MRIT will screen patients for safety prior to procedure performance, assist radiologist with procedure performance, start I.V’s, load and operate power injectors for contrast media administration and administer contrast media as directed. The MRIT will evaluate MRI scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of exposure and label appropriately. Other duties include schedule patients for procedures, assist with clerical functions, maintain accurate patient records and provide orientation and training for new technologist and student technologists. The MRIT will complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education :

Qualified as a MRI Technologist through One of Three ways required :

• Bachelor's degree program in Radiology, with two semesters of clinical rotation in MRI or;
• Completion of a 24-month AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology plus completion of an accredited MR program or;
• Completion of a 24-month AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology with two years of CMC Radiology experience.

Licensure / Certification / Registration :

Other :

Special Skills :

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