- Operates the magnet properly and with care to ensure the production of a variety of quality Magnetic Resonance Imaging examinations
- Performs MRI examinations in accordance with standards, techniques, and protocols established by the Radiologist to ensure quality standards are met.
- Positions and handles patients with a high degree of professional ethics, care, tact, courtesy, patients, and safety.
- Maintains an awareness of patient’s physical and emotional condition, recognizes and reports adverse signs to the physicians.
- Assures proper patient identification on all films and complete all paperwork applicable to the examination, i.e. clinical information, history, financial data, insurance data and technical worksheet data, accurately in the abs assists in screening and scheduling of patients.
- Performs office procedure of clerical support personnel and assists other technologists and clinical personnel as needed.
- Screens MRI patients to assure that the patient does not have metal implants, pacemakers, or other metallic objects on their person; calls and instructs patients, and registers patients as needed.
- Remains abreast of new developments in the field of MRI technology.
- Reports immediately any malfunctions, necessary adjustments or repairs to manufacturer’s service engineer.
- Monitors and operates the laser imaging equipment.
- Assists in maintaining inventory of supplies in the MRI area.
- Has knowledge of patient care and emergency care procedures to maintain a safe environment.
- Responsible for entering charges and completing all exams performed.
- Transmits images and documentation to PACS.
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Satisfactory completion of an American Medical Association counsel on Medical Education approved School of Radiologic Technology and/or a program dealing specifically with Magnetic Resonance Imaging required.
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists preferred.
- Prior Radiology or MRI experience preferred.
- Good oral/written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask.
Certifications
- ARRT Certification
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