MRI Tech

The MRI Technologist uses magnetic resonance imagingscanners and related equipment to capture specific images ordered by aphysician to aid in patient diagnosis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs MRI examinations of the brain, body, spine andextremities on patients of all ages effectively adjusting scanning parametersfor different patient body habitus. Selects and modifies technical factors to enhance images; uses flare andSAT imaging techniques
• Determines appropriate equipment for scanning up to but notlimited to body coils
• Must be able to closely follow a physician’s instructions,prepares and operates MRI equipment, position patients correctly andeffectively record the requested diagnostic images
• Identifies gross pathology in the human body and adjusts T1 andT2 scanning parameters to provide pertinent information for interpretation.
• Performs Diffusion studies, MR Angiograms, reformats and MIPimaging
• Uses magnetic resonance and adjusts parameters to minimizeexposure to patient and self
• Follows established protocols and uses scanning techniquesto include, window and contrast levels, scanning time sequences, scanningdelays, scanning thickness, FOV, scout images, reformatting, images reconstructand 3-D image reconstruct.
• Photographs, archives and retrieves images
• Performs quality control for procedures and equipment.  Documents systems failures and variances inthe appropriate logbook and arranges for service when necessary
• Certified to start and remove IV lines for contrast studiesper established departmental policy and procedure.  Identifies and responds to IV contrastreactions up to and including calling emergency personnel
• Proficient in the use of an IV Contrast Power Injector
• Identifies each patient, reviews each patient’s requisitionand previous studies for consistency
• (examination ordered/clinical diagnosis), and recordspertinent data on MRI requisition at all times
• Responsible for performing comprehensive screening ofpatients and other individuals before allowing them to enter the MR system room
• Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, presentscompleted examination to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data topersons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure
• Identifies anatomical orientation on all required images andensures proper film identification on all images
• Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies andprocedures
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in the radiology field
• Registered with the ARRT; if required by state regulationsor contract specification.
• One (1) one year of experience in related field preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice 
• Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicable
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site 
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements  
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required  
• Computer proficiency required 
• Must be at least 18 years of age