MRI Technologist

Responsible for performing routine to complex diagnostic and therapeutic technical procedures in the MRI department under the direction of a physician.

+ Performs quality assurance checks on equipment and procedure areas.

+ Ensures proper safety standards are met.

+ Operates required equipment necessary to produce scans using established guidelines and MRI protocols.

+ Properly identifies and explains procedure to patient.

+ Starts IV access according to standard procedure and injects media under the direction of a physician.

+ Prepares and positions patient for procedure by using established MRI protocols to achieve the highest quality image.

+ Instructs students and residents and performs preceptor duties when necessary.

+ Assists in maintaining supply inventory.

+ In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Position Compensation Range: $33.27 - $53.23 Hourly **MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS** **Education:** - Experienced candidate(s) should have completed MRI training/competency via the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT). - Inexperienced candidate(s) at a minimum, must be certified in Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, Sonography, or Vascular Sonography.

- Associate's Degree preferred, but not required.

**Experience:** MRI experience preferred but not required.

**Licensure:** - Experienced candidate(s) must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT). - Inexperienced candidate(s) must be registered in X-Ray, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, or Radiation Therapy by one or more of the following agencies: "ARRT - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists; ARDMS - The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, or NMTCB - The Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board." - MRI Certification via the ARRT or ARMRIT must be successfully completed within 9 months of hire.

- American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard.

Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs.

May be exposed to, cold, dust, noise, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

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All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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