MRI Tech RT

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY : Under the supervision of the Radiology Director / Manager and / or Lead Technologist, the MRI Technologist will perform all MRI duties as well as all the duties of a staff technologist and other related duties as needed to facilitate workflow and promote health care. MRI Technologists will operate MRI equipment safely and competently to produce quality diagnostic images as directed by physicians according to established standards and protocols.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Assists physicians in invasive and noninvasive procedures using proper sterile technique.
• Obtain and review documentation before performing the exam. ie, Physician Prescription, Consent Form, and Contrast Media Questionnaire.
• QC,s all exams in Cerner as the exam is completed to ensure accurate historical report data.
• Select proper technical factors individually to ensure the highest quality of diagnostic images while ensuring that patients and co-workers are protected against needless radiation exposure.
• Responsible for the thorough knowledge of Radiographic and MRI policies, procedures, equipment, and supplies as well as the operation of PACS, RIS, and HIS programs.
• Takes an active part in patient education by explaining the examination process.
• Promotes positive patient relations in a caring environment by making patients comfortable and at ease during procedures.
• Transfers and positions patients using extreme care, patience, and proper body mechanics.
• Identifies patients using the hospital's double identification policy.
• Respond to back-up calls as needed within 30 minutes.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES :

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS :

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS :

(California)

AGE OF POPULATION SERVED :

Newborn  Infant / Pediatric  Adolescent  Adult  Geriatric  All X No Patient Care