Travel MRI Technologist

Position: Travel MRI Technologist - $3,055 per week
Magnet Medical is seeking a travel MRI Technologist for a travel job in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: MRI Technologist

• Discipline:
Allied Health Professional

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Start Date:

• Duration: 14 weeks

• 40 hours per week

• Shift: 8 hours, days

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Employment Type:

Travel

An MRI Technologist (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist) operates MRI machines to create detailed images of the inside of a patient's body, which are used by doctors to diagnose and treat various medical conditions. MRI Technologists are responsible for positioning patients correctly, ensuring safety protocols are followed, maintaining equipment, and providing high-quality images while delivering compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities :

• Pre-Procedure Preparation :
- Review the patient's medical history, doctor’s orders, and any previous imaging studies to ensure the appropriate MRI procedure is conducted.
- Explain the MRI procedure to the patient, addressing any questions or concerns to reduce anxiety.
- Ensure that all necessary documentation, including informed consent forms and patient information, is completed before the procedure.
- Verify patient identity and screening criteria to ensure safety, such as checking for implanted devices, allergies to contrast agents, or pregnancy.
- Prepare and position the MRI room by ensuring the machine and equipment are ready for the procedure.

• Conducting MRI Scans :
- Operate the MRI machine , adjusting settings (e.g., magnetic field, radio frequency pulse) to obtain high-quality images as prescribed by the physician.
- Position patients on the MRI table, ensuring they are comfortable and aligned to capture the correct images while adhering to safety standards.
- Administer contrast agents as prescribed by the physician to enhance image clarity, ensuring the patient is monitored for adverse reactions.
- Ensure the patient remains still during the scan to obtain clear, high-resolution images.
- Monitor the MRI process to confirm quality imaging, making adjustments to the settings or positioning as necessary.

• Patient Safety and Comfort :
- Ensure patient safety during the MRI procedure, especially concerning the strong magnetic fields, by verifying that no ferrous or metal objects are present on the patient.
- Keep patients informed during the scan, providing reassurance and instructions as needed to ensure comfort.
- Monitor the patient’s condition, including vital signs, during the scan to detect any potential issues or discomfort.
- Ensure proper patient positioning to avoid injuries or discomfort during the imaging process.

• Post-Procedure Care :
- Assist the patient off the MRI table after the procedure and ensure they are stable and comfortable.
- Provide post-procedure instructions, including the use of any follow-up treatments, care for injection sites (if contrast agents were used), and any other aftercare instructions.
- Ensure that any required post-scan imaging or additional scans are scheduled as necessary.
- Address any immediate concerns or side effects the patient may experience, especially if contrast agents were administered.

• Maintenance and Equipment Care :
- Ensure that the MRI machine is regularly calibrated and functioning correctly, performing basic maintenance and troubleshooting when necessary.
- Clean and disinfect the MRI suite and equipment between patients to adhere to infection control protocols.
- Monitor equipment performance, identify malfunctions or issues, and alert the appropriate staff for repairs or servicing.

• Collaboration with Medical Team :
- Communicate effectively with physicians, radiologists, and other medical staff to ensure the correct images are obtained and the patient’s needs are met.
- Work with other healthcare professionals to review images, assess the need for follow-up scans, and discuss patient conditions.
- Collaborate with radiologists to ensure the final images meet diagnostic standards and are transmitted accurately to the appropriate physician for review.

• Documentation and Record-Keeping :
- Document all relevant patient information and scan results in the electronic health record (EHR) , ensuring that records are…