MRI Technologist
| Company | The University of Kansas Hospital |
|---|---|
| Location | Kansas City, MO, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- Radiologic Technology Graduate AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology or MR Imaging
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) – American Heart Association (AHA) upon Hire
- Radiography (R) – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 180 Days
- Computer Skills
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate understanding of: human anatomy and physiology; pathology; pharmacology; medical terminology; MR technique; patient positioning for MR
- Prepare patients for procedures and take care of patient needs during examinations or procedures
- Perform venipuncture, manage intravenous access, and administer medications as prescribed
- Select appropriate pulse sequences with consideration of established protocols and other factors that influence data acquisition parameters
- Evaluate medical images for quality and to ensure patient identification
- Responsible for adherence to ACR MR safety guidelines such as restricting area access, screening patients and others for MR access, and observing and controlling the MR areas
- Possess MR safety knowledge and research implanted devices – Apply principles of MR safety to minimize risk to patients, self and others
- Identify and respond to emergency situations
- Perform ongoing quality assurance and educational activities as assigned
- Educate and monitor students and other health care providers
- Additional duties as assigned
- Other duties may be assigned as required
- Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department
Preferred Qualifications
- High School Graduate