MRI Technologist

Summary

Performs diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures, MRI safety considerations and provides a quality patient care experience.

Job Description

• Initiates life support measures as necessary.
• Interacts effectively with patients and their family members, physicians, and other health care workers.
• Has extensive knowledge of operation of all MRI equipment.
• Positions the patient and provides for comfort during the exam.
• Administers contrast material as required.
• Obtains patient history and clinical indication for MRI study.
• Accurately documents in patient records.
• Utilizes electronic medical record software for accurate scheduling and billing procedures.
• Possesses the ability to professionally obtain information from patients or their responsible parties, to further improve their personalized treatment and care.
• Works to develop an understanding of the patient's physical and emotional status.
• Extensive knowledge of cross-section anatomy.
• Works well with all ages of patients.
• May expand job responsibilities based on facility needs, including on-call rotation nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform diagnostic radiology procedures.
• Perform basic diagnostic radiology tasks and aware of general radiology protocols.
• May perform mobile imaging, electrocardiogram (EKG), cardiac monitor placement, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic Technology training in an American Medical Association (AMA) approved or Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) approved school is required.
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) training or experience preferred.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) certification is required at the time of hire.
• MRI certified or certification to be obtained within two years post-hire is preferred.
• If working in North Dakota (ND) and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the ND Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) is required.
• In the state of Iowa, all technologists must have a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within six weeks of employment and recertified as required.