About the position
Under the supervision of the MRI Team Leader and/or the radiologist(s), performs a variety of procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative in utilization of MRI equipment to create high quality diagnostic images. The employee must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide comprehensive care appropriate to the age of the patients seen in the MRI Department. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative in utilization of MRI equipment.
- Create high quality diagnostic images.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide comprehensive care appropriate to the age of the patients.
- Familiarity with basic patient care and MRI exam procedures concerning patients requiring anesthesia or conscious sedation.
- Demonstrate knowledge of conventional MRI invasive procedures.
Requirements
- A graduate of an ARRT approved radiologic technology program, or equivalent program.
- ARRT (R) Certified, or ARMRIT.
- Medical and/or hospital clinical experience.
- Basic computer experience (1-2 years work experience or college level classes).
- Prior experience in MRI or an intensive on the job training session in MRI is required before taking call.
- ARRT, or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance (ARMRIT Certified), compliant with all continuing education mandates.
- BLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and to be maintained going forward.
Nice-to-haves
- Prior hospital and/or physician office background.
- ARRT (MR) Certified or ARMRIT Certified.
- CPR certified.
