MRI Technologist

Title : MRI Technologist

Location : Wyandotte, MI

Duration : weeks Contract (with the possibility of extension)

Day Shift : Rotating Shifts a-p M-F

a-p Weekends

s and -'s per week for hours total

Professional Duties :

• The MRI Technologist perform procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
• Operates MRI Scanners and associated equipment with a high level of proficiency.
• This equipment includes scanner, post processing stations / programs, IV contrast injectors, O and suction equipment, patient transport and patient monitoring equipment.
• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
• Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam.
• Contacts ordering provider when there are discrepancies.
• Properly identify (Using two patient identifiers) and assist patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures.
• Prepares patients for the procedure with a full explanation and documents on appropriate worksheets.
• Interviews patients for a complete medical history.
• Reviews in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMR's to obtain pertinent clinical history.
• Records medical history on requisitions. Correlates other test results and laboratory data with exam being performed.
• Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of dictated results.
• Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols.
• On request, records contrast type and amount.
• Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed.
• Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional, reconstructed images, and / or measurements as instructed.
• Performs basic patient care functions. Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient's condition.
• Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary.
• Performs MRI scanning and assists Physicians / PA during invasive procedures.
• Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary supplies.
• Performs all invasive procedures in accordance with blood borne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies and procedures.

Certifications & Licenses :

ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)

Education :

• Associate's Degree in Applied Science - Required
• Client Experience Preferred
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography.
• Must become registered in MRI within two () years of date of hire in the MRI department - Required
30+ days ago