Technologist-MRI

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.

• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.

• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.

• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.

• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.

• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all MRI competencies at the end of orientation period.

Education

Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT ( R) required. Registry in  

Magnetic Resonance Imaging 

ARRT(MR) preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.

Training

Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure

Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

ARRT(R);BLS CERTIFICATION      ARRT(MR)

WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;NEW 

GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN 

REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 

60 DAYS OF HIRE;STATE 

LICENSE AS REQUIRED

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

Reporting Relationships

No

Work Environment

Functional Demands

Label                          Short Description    Full Description

Sedentary                   Very light energy        Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. 

level                            cart

Light

Moderate energy level

Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)

Medium

High energy level

Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)

Heavy                         Very high energy       Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 

level                            200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max 

assist sit to stand transfer. 

Functional Demands Rating

Medium

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Standing

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Walking

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Bending

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell

Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear

Continuous

Sensory Requirements

Color                          Near Vision               Far Vision                 Depth Perception     Hearing

Discrimination

Accurate                     Accurate                     Moderate

Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Chemical

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Radiation

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Other