MRI Technologist

Duties:

Job Summary:
To operate MRI scanners, obtaining diagnostic images of specified body part as requested. The technologist must be able to produce quality images to present to the radiologist for interpretation and be able to function independently with minimal supervision.

Job Responsibilities:

• Greets patient by introducing self and asking patient to verify their name and birthdate.
• Takes pertinent patient history. Reviews order for procedure and any other documentation, current meds, allergy information and completed questionnaire.
• Explain procedure to the patient and solicits questions to assure understanding.
• Is proactive in anticipating needs of the patient, keeps patient and family informed of delays, answers questions and responds appropriately to concerns following up on issues or contacting someone who can.
• Communicates with all customers, co workers, physicians and their office staff in a professional manner respecting differences.
• Prepares patient for MRI scans by explaining procedure, screening patients for indwelling material affected by the magnetic field, taking patient pertinent history, starting IV for contrast media administration as necessary.
• Positions patient, scans, and archives procedures according to established protocol producing diagnostic images within quality control parameters.
• Is knowledgeable about coils, gating devices, etc, necessary for the proper completion of procedures.
• Has working knowledge of MRI computers including start up and shutdown. Handles situations involving equipment and patient safety in medical and equipment emergencies.
• Utilizes proper venipuncture techniques to prepare patient for contrast media administration as necessary.
• Administers contrast media for the proper completion of MRI scans according to established protocol or as directed by a physician.
• Labels syringes appropriately according to policy.
• Properly identify, prepare, administer and document various medications used during procedures.
• Reconcile patient medications to ensure the patients' current medications will not interact with the contrast media.
• Completes all work in a timely, efficient, productive manner.
• Assists co workers in other modalities as appropriate, starting IV's, completing computer functions, preparation of patients.
• Verify M.D. orders for accuracy and act upon appropriately.
• Properly screens patients and others before entering the scan room to reduce the risk of injury.
• Instructs patients, self and all other personnel from risks associated with the MRI unit.
• Wears and stores dosimeter appropriately, switching out quarterly and in a timely manner, as applicable.
• Uses appropriate devices for moving patients to protect the patient as well as self.
• Observe patient and assists as necessary to minimize risk of falls or other injury.
• Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals including but not limited to appropriate hand washing, proper identification of patients, labeling containers, meds administration etc.
• Understands and could execute policies and procedures in cases of medical emergency, fire, tornado's and other emergency situations.

Skills:

Required Skills & Experience:

• Knowledge of medical terminology, isolation and sterile techniques/procedures.
• Patient positioning and equipment operation (x-ray machines and printers).

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Minimum two (2) years of related experience.

Education:

Required Education:
Graduation from ARRT accredited Radiologic Technology School.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• ARRT
• Ohio License as Radiographer.
• BLS (American Heart Assoc.)