MRI Tech - MMMC

Position: MRI Tech - MMMC - Day 20hrs
Job Summary:

Performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) examinations; provides assistance to physician(s) during exam; recognizes and reports patient emergency situations and/or MRI specific adverse events.

Essential Responsibilities:

* Performs specialized MRI studies; positions patients and provides immobilization means and patient counseling; instructs patient of exam requirements; selects appropriate protocols by having knowledge to tailor scan of each patient while producing superior image quality.

* Maintains daily records of exams performed.

* Receives and double identifies patients using appropriate criteria prior to performing the study ordered.

* Ensures accuracy of information and data entry.

* Post processes digital images, including specific reconstructions.

* Prepares images for Radiologist interpretation and transmits images to the Diagnostic Imaging PACS system.

* Assures correct patient identification information is captured on all recorded images.

* Captures required documentation in Radiology Information System (RIS).

* Prepares, loads, programs and operates the contrast injector.

* Assists with screening patients for contraindications.

* Verifies preparation procedures are proper and in order; oversees intravenous (IV) management; prevents accidents for patients and visitors by identifying extreme safety hazards involved with MRI; documents pre-screening methods on MRI questionnaire.

* Screens patients with MRI screening questionnaire for contraindications prior to performing procedure.

* Contraindications that present are all cleared prior to proceeding with the exam.

* Interprets unusual tissue contract patterns and alters or adds protocols as necessary to enhance diagnosis.

* Functions as part of resuscitation team during Code Blue and/or Rapid Response Team situations; after patient has been removed from the scan room (Zone
4). Provides assistance to physician(s) during exam, reports patient emergency situations.

* Identifies potential equipment crisis by troubleshooting including monitoring coil functionality (transmit and receive), cryogen levels, system temperatures and RF signal interference, etc.

* Documents any errors or equipment malfunctions in service log when Chief Technologist is not available.

* Assumes responsibilities for the needs of patient during procedure.

* Provides service-oriented communications with patient; explaining procedure; answering questions.

* Emphasizes a personalized, individualized, compassionate patient care atmosphere at all times.

* Dismisses patients for transport and/or assists with patient transport at end of procedure.

* Reviews orders, prepares schedules and consults with attending Radiologists and Registered Nurses as necessary.

* Maintains all materials needed and linen supply on daily basis; maintains general order and cleanliness of room assigned.

* Directly supervises student technologists during their clinical assignments.

* Communicates with referring physician and educates as necessary during site tours, trains others under direct supervision of Chief MRI Technologist.