MR Technologist

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RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) Image Quality Technologist to join our team. We are challenging the status quo by shining light on radiology and making it a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment. Come join us and shine brighter together! As a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) Image Quality Technologist, you will be responsible for the operation of assigned scanner(s) to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes. Taking a patient centered approach, this role provides MRI services within professional standards and with excellent customer service and provides leadership and technical support to IT/technical services. This is a full-time position, working various shifts, 40 hours per week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(70%) Patient MRI Imaging

• Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure the correct patient and procedure
• Explains and prepares patients for MRI procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately scanned
• Performs routine and advanced MRI procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeated scans, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedures
• Adjusts MRI scan parameters correctly and as needed
• Follows physicians' orders precisely, conforms to safety regulations, and accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
• Maintains an orderly and clean work area, including sanitized equipment, promoting good safety habits for patients and team members
• Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use
• Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements

(15%) Image Quality Support

• Maintains protocols on shared drive, loads into scanner and ensures protocols are current and accurate
• Assists Chief/Lead Technologists in implementing new MRI techniques as they become available; researches coils and/or software upgrades
• Partners with Field Service Engineer(s) to troubleshoot decreased image quality
• Participates in peer quality assurance process and effectively communicates individual MRI errors to the Chief/Lead Technologist
• Collaborates with the Radiologist(s) to maximize scanners imaging capability
• Effectively communicates protocol changes to team members, Chief/Lead Technologists, Radiologists and Operations Managers/Directors

(10%) MRI Department Support

• Assists with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades
• Monitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary
• Assists in the training of new team members, providing resources and technical expertise, as applicable
• Supervises the department in the absence of the Chief/Lead Technologist; coordinates schedules to ensure appropriate coverage

(5%) Other Duties & Projects as Assigned