Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
Associates in Medical Imaging LLC
Irvine, KY
Full-time
Health Care Provider
Posted on September 2, 2017
JOB & GEOGRAPHY SPECIFICS:
Hiring full-time technologist to staff parked mobile MRI system 32hrs per week, Monday-Friday, no weekends, no call. MRI experience preferred however, not necessary will train the right candidate. May also consider job-share with multiple technologist. Applicant must be ARRT registered. Full employee benefits and hourly compensation.
Job Site Irvine, Kentucky. Approximately a one hour drive from Lexington, KY and 30 minute drive from Richmond, KY.
JOB SUMMARY:
Perform MRI examinations and deliver patient care, contributing to the efficient operation of the MRI unit, promoting clinical excellence and continuity of care.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of an accredited radiological health applied science program.
- ARRT registered.
- Requires minimum of three (3) years MRI experience.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Knowledge of MRI technology, equipment operation, and magnet safety.
- Experience prescribing and performing clinical MRI procedures.
- Experience filming & electronically transmitting MRI data.
- Knowledge of MRI terminology and the ability to follow interpreting physicians directions.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Capability to be independently mobile.
- Ability to transport wheelchair and gurney patients.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with reasonable flexibility.
- Ability to work in limited space.
- Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to perform and monitor MRI procedures.
INTERRELATIONSHIP REQUIREMENTS:
- Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients and families, who may or may not be under physical stress.
- Interpersonal skills and knowledge necessary to interact with radiology personnel, radiologist, referring physicians, and co-workers.
- Ability to maintain confidential information.
- Possess an overall positive attitude toward patients, employer, and co-workers.
MAJOR DUTIES/CRITICAL TASKS:
- Required to accurately obtain signatures and complete site-specific patient consents and insurance demographic information.
- Prepares and educates patients about their MRI procedure.
- Screen patients for contraindications to magnetic field.
- Prepares patient for MRI procedure by accurately assessing patient's signs and symptoms.
- Operates MRI scanner for data acquisition, reconstruction of images, and documentation of images.
- Performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal image quality.
- Prepare images for transmission and/or filming for interpretation by a radiologist.
- Practice accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
- Practice safety measures in MRI and Environment of Care.
- Applies the profession's code of ethics in all aspects of practice.
- Performs other related duties as required.
SUPERVISION:
- Reports To: Local Operations Manager
EQUIPMENT:
- General Electric MRI equipment
- Information system computer.
Please email resume to rkirk@aimillc.com or fax to
330-491-1466.