MRI Technologist

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MRI Technologist

Quick overview

The MRI Technologist will be responsible for preparing and positioning patients, selecting appropriate technical parameters to produce cross-sectional body images, and performing patient pre-screening and education. Duties also include managing patient data, following safety guidelines, performing various MRI procedures, and administering intravenous access and oxygen therapy as needed.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited radiology or MRI program and hold current ARRT-MR certification along with Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. One year of experience as an MRI Technologist is preferred.

professional certificateData EntryEmergency ResponsePatient PositioningPatient SchedulingPatient History CollectionMRI ProceduresImage AcquisitionRadiation Safety ProceduresIV AccessPatient Pre-screeningImage TransferIntravenous InjectionsOxygen Therapy ManagementMR Safety Education

Job description

MRI Technologist About OrthoArizona

At OrthoArizona, we are bringing the best together. Our organization was created to help serve ALL orthopedic and sports medicine needs throughout the Valley! We have a wide range of orthopedic surgeons and mid-level providers including physical and occupational therapists. Today we are one of Arizona’s largest privately owned and most comprehensive orthopedic practices with more than 75 locally and nationally renowned providers across 30 locations, in addition to in house state of the art MRI capabilities. At OrthoArizona we are committed to best-in-class patient care, being a pioneer in research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our team members.
As a
MRI
Technologist with
OrthoArizona, you will get to:
Prepare and position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately to produce cross sectional images of the body.
Perform patient pre-screening, scheduling, and education related to the examination.
Enter and monitor patient data, transfer images from disk to magnetic media to produce the transparency and develop film in an automatic processor.
Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
Perform MRI procedures utilizing a variety of frequencies, planes, and techniques. This position does not utilize ionizing radiation in the performance of imaging examinations.
Collect pertinent patient history and document on requisition.
Complete pre-MRI screening questionnaire to assess suitability for magnetic environment.
Start intravenous access as needed and perform intravenous injections using proper technique. Understands how to treat patients with infiltrated IV sites.
Maintain proper oxygen therapy on patients who require oxygen. Maintain skills required to change oxygen tanks. Must be familiar with the use of masks and nasal canulae. Adjust rate of O2 flow with mask/nasal cannula according to written physician orders. Secure, transport, and secure e-cylinders.
Recognize and respond to emergencies and life-threatening situations.
Promote MR safety through education of personnel and physicians and monitor environment for potential hazards.

Qualifications

Benefits

Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Holidays
Medical Insurance
Health Savings Account
401(k)
Paid time off
Sick time
Legal Assistance
ID Theft Protection
Pet Discount Plan