Summary

The DRT(MRI) technologist operates an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scanner to acquire diagnostic images of patients to enable the diagnosis of disease and to guide patient management. The MRI technologist has primary responsibility to ensure that MRI safety principles are applied in the environment and with patient care. Exam requests are screened for appropriateness and reviewed with a radiologist as needed.

Duties

• Major Duties: Receive patients - confirm patient identification - obtain patient history - provide patient education - provide reassurance and ensure patient comfort
• Review exam requests for appropriateness before performing exams
• Use appropriateness criteria - the clinical history provided on the request - patient interview - chart review or contact with the ordering clinician to clarify as needed
• Apply principles of customer service and whole health to promote a positive patient experience
• Practice strict adherence to MRI safety principles
• Perform safety screening of all patients - visitors and staff entering zones III and IV
• Perform the technical operations to acquire diagnostic MRI images--operate the MRI scanner controls and apply radiofrequency coils and other associated devices and supplies
• Establish venous access using a sheath-needle type angio-catheter employing sterile technique
• Apply infection control practices - including knowledge of modes of transmission - levels of precautions and preventive measures
• The incumbent reports to the Supervisor MIT (MRI)/MRI Safety Officer - who manages immediate operations such as workflow - work assignments - breaks and lunches - technical and MRI safety consultation - troubleshooting and other facets of operations management
• Work assignments include data collection for performance improvement - equipment QC - exam tracking and audits and other administrative duties assigned by the Supervisor MIT (MRI)/MRI Safety Officer
• The incumbent is responsible to perform work assignments with required accuracy and timeliness - and to solicit guidance and clarification as needed
• Work Schedule: Intermittent Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.