MRI Tech: Inpatient/Chesapeake Regional Medical Center; Night
Job in
Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, USA
Listing for:
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Medical Imaging
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: MRI Tech: Inpatient/Chesapeake Regional Medical Center (Night)
Sign-on bonus of up to $21,000
Summary
The MRI Technologist performs all duties associated with acquisition, processing, submission for interpretation and archiving of MRI images; responsible for the quality of patient care; performance of daily activities, maintenance, and quality control performance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs routine to complex magnetic resonance procedures and related techniques, producing images at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.Level 2 MR Personnel trained and educated in the broader aspects of MR safety issues, including but not limited to issues related to the potential for RF-related thermal loading or burns and direct neuromuscular excitation from rapidly changing gradients.Reviews all diagnostic imaging physician orders and follows written and/or verbal protocols and instructions. All questionable orders are reviewed by Radiologist.Communicate equipment malfunctions and low inventory levels to the appropriate supervisor/lead.Educate patients and families regarding the exam and answer any questions as appropriate.Perform quality assurance, visual preventative safety inspections and report dangerous department or equipment conditions to the appropriate personnel.Demonstrates understanding of human cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiopharmacology, and medical terminology.Ensure physician's order and patient's clinical history information is documented and available for the Radiologist.Review patient history and screening questions/answers to ensure patient is safe to have the exam.Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures by observing change in status, making appropriate intervention, or contacting primary care giver for instructions.Identifies, prepares, positions patient, and competently performs procedures by using established MR protocols or as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner for diagnostic interpretation or intervention, to achieve the highest quality image.Perform venipuncture and maintains intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.Identifies, prepares, and/or administers medications as prescribed by and under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner in accordance with state and federal regulations.Evaluates images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded.Identifies and manages emergency situations.Conducts POC Creatinine clearance testing in accordance with established MR protocols or as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner for diagnostic interpretation.Knowledge of emergency shut-down procedures and how to properly react to a quench.Selects appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.Manipulates and reconstructs digital data for display or hard copy records, ensuring proper identification is evident.Maintains archival storage of digital data as appropriate.Assists in maintaining supply inventory.Follows the established Safety Standards, Policy, and Procedures to ensure a safe environment in the MRI zones for self, patients, visitors, and staff.Directs Imaging Technologist Assistants as needed.Performs preceptor duties, as necessary for new staff.Establishes ownership of clinical area by taking pride in appearance and readiness of exam rooms, equipment, and supplies.Takes the initiative to help other modalities/areas of the Imaging Center as assigned or when workload/area allows.Summary of Other
Job Duties and Expectations
- Adhere to the Service Excellence Standards and Expectations at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center
- Exhibit excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
- Exhibit courteous communication skills and an ability to work with others, exercising good judgment in performance of job duties.
- Demonstrate courtesy, compassion, and respect to others in adherence of the hospital's philosophy and policy for promoting positive work and customer environments.
- Work as a team to continuously improve work quality.
- Demonstrate a commitment to flexible…
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