Sr. MRI Technologist - Thur-Sat

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This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Full time

CC094235 MRI Technology

A Senior MRI Technologist is an expert technologist who performs quality MRI exams safely and timely while providing excellent patient care. May serve as a preceptor to other staff members and act as lead when the Lead MRI Technologist is out.

• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two‑year college program, technical school, or nursing diploma

• Bachelor's degree from a four‑year college or university

• Direct – 6 years of experience

• Direct – Pediatric

One of the following license or registry is required.

• ARRT – MRI Specialist (American Registry of Radiology Technologist)
• ARMRIT – American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

• Expert MRI technologist and may serve as a preceptor in performing diagnostic scans as directed by radiologists.
• Expert in utilizing correct scan protocols while optimizing image quality, decreasing scan length and repeat procedures; demonstrates knowledge of patient positioning and coil selection.
• May serve as a preceptor to properly screen patients, families, and staff with attention to pregnancy and MRI contraindications.
• May serve as a preceptor in adhering to all safety recommendations regarding MRI.
• Ensures that work area is properly maintained.
• May serve as a preceptor in troubleshooting and reporting malfunctioning equipment.
• Assists with service recovery, ensuring proactive communication with patients and families.
• Participates in performance improvement activities; complies with all TJC, state, federal, and local regulatory laws, standards, and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.