Position Title: MRI Technologist - OUMC - PRN
Department: Adult MRI
Job Description: General Description: Under general supervision, produces specialized images to aid the medical staff in the proper diagnosis and treatment of patients using magnetic resonance imaging equipment.
Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
- Operates magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment to produce cross-sectional photographs of patient’s body for diagnostic purposes
- Applies the physics of MRI to assist the Radiologist in diagnosis
- Informs patient of the procedure and ensures patient understands the importance of removing metal objects before activating the magnet
- Positions and immobilizes patient so desired anatomy will be demonstrated
- Sets up any supportive devices necessary to obtain precise positioning
- Responsible for entering technical data into the computer
- Evaluates images to ensure technical quality
- Administers contrast/medication in conjunction with imaging procedure
- Serves as a resource person for hospital and medical staff.
General Responsibilities: - Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications: Education: Currently enrolled and graduation within 6 weeks of an accredited Radiological Technology program or ARMRIT program or graduate of an accredited Radiography program or ARMRIT program.
Experience: MRI experience preferred.
License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:
- Registration from the American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT) within 6 months of hire OR Certified through the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT);
- Advanced certification in MR through ARRT within 12 months of hire.
- Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and MRI physics. Good communication skills, able to communicate in a positive clear manner with staff, patients, physicians and other hospital employees. Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient care. Ability to organize and analyze statistical data.
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