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Atrium Health · 5 months ago

MRI Technologist

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$35/hr - $53/hr

Atrium Health is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform MRI scans and assist physicians during procedures. The role involves patient interaction, ensuring proper preparation and safety protocols, and evaluating the quality of images produced during examinations.

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Responsibilities

Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient. Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam. Contacts ordering provider when there are discrepancies

Properly identify (Using two patient identifiers) and assist patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures. Prepares patients for the procedure with a full explanation and documents on appropriate worksheets

Interviews patients for a complete medical history. Reviews in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMR's to obtain pertinent clinical history. Records medical history on requisitions. Correlates other test results and laboratory data with exam being performed

Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of dictated results

Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols. On request, records contrast type and amount

Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed. Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as instructed

Performs basic patient care functions. Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient's condition. Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary. Assists in “code blue” procedures during medical emergencies

Performs MRI scanning and assists Physicians/PA during invasive procedures. Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary supplies. Performs all invasive procedures in accordance with bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies and procedures

Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner

Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members. Follows appropriate radiation safety standards

Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology engineer

Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease

Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures. Attends all in-service classes and completes all required safety modules

Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies. Documents contrast administration in the MAR

Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Keeps area completely stocked. Cleans all work areas to promote cleanliness in the workplace

Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a MRI scan

Maintains knowledge of all MRI safety requirements for both staff and patients while in and around magnetic fields

Qualification

ARRT certificationMRI safety knowledgeIV contrast administrationRadiologic TechnologyPatient careMedical history recordingRadiology computer systemCPR certification

Required

Graduate of an accredited two-year AMA approved program in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology or active enrollment in a ARMRIT or ARRT registry eligible program required

ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology, ARRT or NMTCB for Nuclear Medicine with advanced registry from the ARMRIT or ARRT in MRI required within one year of hire

CPR certification required

Current CPR certification required