Job Details
- The MRI Technologist I perform procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
- Operates MRI Scanners and associated equipment with a high level of proficiency.
- Equipment includes scanner, post processing stations / programs, IV contrast injectors, O2 and suction equipment, patient transport and patient monitoring equipment.
Job Requirements
- Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
- Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam.
- Properly identify (Using two patient identifiers) and assist patients.
- Prepares patients for the procedure with documentation 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.
- Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols.
- Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed.
- Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes additional, reconstructed images, and / or measurements as instructed.
- Performs basic patient care functions.
- Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary.
- Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary supplies.
- Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
- Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members.
- Follows appropriate radiation safety standards.
- Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director / manager / supervisor and clinical engineering / radiology engineer.
- Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease.
- Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures.
- Attends all in-service classes and completes all required safety modules.
- Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures / supplies.
- Documents contrast administration in the MAR.
Additional Details
- Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment, and supplies.
- Occasional standing, walking, and sitting during normal operation.
- Frequently required to stretch, bend twist, squat or kneel in the daily operation of the MRI department.
- May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the day such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, being near moving equipment.
- Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation.
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