Job Title: MRI Technologist
Job Type: Casual
Varied Hours: Flexible schedule anywhere between 6:30am-10pm for Bloomington/Blaine, and 6:30am-5:30pm for Lake Elmo. Saturdays are available as well.
Location: Bloomington, Blaine & Lake Elmo
Reports to: Radiology/Imaging Supervisor
Position Description:
This is a casual position working flexible hours across our three clinics, to both cover PTO for the department and have extra coverage. We can work with your schedule.
Major Areas of Responsibility:
- Research scheduled exams in EMR for clarification of order when orders are either incomplete or ambiguous.
- Perform all routine MRI procedures and views according to department procedure manual.
- Review MRI studies for proper image quality and identification.
- Ensure optimal image quality of anatomy and pathology.
- Prepare and/or administer IV contrast medium.
- Consult with radiologist and/or physicians regarding examinations as necessary.
- Review sterile technique and prevent cross-contamination to patients and instruments.
- Organize, plan, and direct activities relating to patient procedures for MRI area to maximize patient throughput.
Other Accountabilities:
- Ensure protocols correspond to clinical indications and provide recommendations.
- Identify equipment and operational problems and communicate to immediate supervisor.
- Perform preventative maintenance checks and quality control tests, record, and report results to supervisor.
- Prepare and maintain room supplies as well as restocking assigned workstation.
Knowledge and skills required:
- Technical and professional expertise in the radiologic sciences and magnetic resonance imaging
- Static magnetic field effects
- Radio frequency effects/RF burns
- Gradient field effects
- Patient screening
- Contradictions of MRI imaging
- Knowledge of pharmacology and dosage of contrast agents
- Ability to recognize and initiate treatment for adverse reactions.
- Knowledge of proper patient transfer mechanics.
- Knowledge of equipment emergency protocols.
- Holds problem-solving skills as well as efficient time management skills.
- Must possess the ability to remain calm during difficult situations with patients and medical emergencies.
Requirements:
- Graduate of AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology
- ARRT board certified. ARRT registered Radiologic Technologist
- ARRT board certification in Advanced Level Examinations in Radiologic Technology or equipment expertise
- BLS and CPR certification
- 2 years of MRI experience
You will also be eligible for the following benefits:
