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Position Title: MRI Technologist

Reports To: Center Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Part-time/PRN, Friday in Venice 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Direct Reports: None

Position Summary:

Operate the magnetic resonance imaging scanner to create diagnostic images. Maintain imaging equipment and ensure patients are protected and in an optimal position for imaging. Provide excellent patient care. Work closely with radiologists to ensure successful imaging results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate imaging equipment on various areas of the body in order to provide high quality images and information for patient diagnosis.
• Address patient concerns during the procedures, and explain the MRI process to the patient in a way that is informative, but also reassuring.
• Use tact, courtesy and poise when dealing with patients, keeping them calm and ensuring that they receive the best care possible.
• Administer contrast injections, as needed.
• Ensure all patient images are accurately uploaded to the picture archiving and communication (PAC) system in a timely manner.
• Conduct weekly MRI equipment calibration to ensure equipment is operating properly to avoid downtime or delays that affect imaging quality and patient satisfaction.
• Ensure patient safety by pre-screening for any contra-indications before the procedure.
• Provide training to new technologists with regular checks, direction and qualified work examples performed by an experienced team member.
• Handle interactions in a calm manner when dealing with patients, technologists and physicians.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education:

• Certificate, diploma, or associate’s degree in MRI technology.

Related Work Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Medical Technologist in clinical environments such as diagnostic imaging centers, hospitals and radiographic units.

Licenses or Certifications:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification
• Current Florida State License - MRI
• Maintain licenses and certifications as required.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to use medical imaging processing software/equipment.
• Ability to learn radiology information systems (RIS), electronic medical record (EMR) systems, and picture archiving and communications (PAC) systems for radiology imaging facilities.
• Knowledge of human anatomy for diagnosis purposes and the ability to identify potential critical imaging results for escalation purposes.
• Understanding of and adherence to quality control standards.

Competencies:

• Customer service focus – ability to relate with people of diverse backgrounds, and provide excellent customer service and solutions to problems.
• Promote teamwork by working collaboratively with colleagues and management to achieve shared goals.
• Ability to interact calmly when dealing with patients, radiologists and physicians.
• Attention to detail.
• Sense of urgency and time management skills.
• Professional and efficient verbal and written communications.
• Demonstrate sound judgement and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize and perform several tasks at once without losing concentration.
• Ability to work harmoniously with radiologists.

.Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards; including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards, and maintaining regular in-person punctual attendance.
• Medium physical effort. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Requires lifting and bending to properly position equipment and patients for diagnostic exams.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on the telephone and in person with co-workers, patients, customers and other visitors.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.