MRI Technologist
| Company | Springfield Clinic |
|---|---|
| Location | Springfield, IL, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- Must be certified MRI technologist or willing to sign an agreement to attend formal classes, obtain clinical experience and pass MRI certifying examination.
- Must be a graduate of an approved A.C.R school.
- Must be registered and in good standing in American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in magnetic resonance.
- CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.
- Must be proficient in venipuncture.
- Must maintain professional behavior.
- Must be able to adjust to various personalities and situations.
- Must have the ability to control emotions and maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment.
- Must possess manual dexterity to use keyboard and handle equipment and appliances.
- Must be capable of pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, lifting and twisting.
- Must be able to work with arms above head.
- Must be able to wear lead apron for long periods of time.
- Must be able to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.
- Must be able to assist patient to and from MRI unit.
Responsibilities
- Produce quality MRI scans and be able to anticipate when additional imaging may be needed.
- Good knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
- Know the capabilities of the computer/scanner.
- Identify pathology and provide radiologist with additional images as needed to provide all relevant information.
- Operate dry laser printer.
- Prepare MRI for radiologist to read.
- Obtain outside previous or comparison exams.
- Familiar with pressure injector and contract agent doses.
- Familiar with quench policy procedure.
- Familiar with contract material and possible reactions.
- Obtain complete patient history.
- Keep log of all patients.
- Familiar with all aspects of magnetic safety.
- Help out in the main department when time allows.
- Must be able to adapt to flexible working hours.
- Use of computers and telephone required.
- Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
- Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
- Provide excellent customer service and adhere to SC Way customer service philosophy.
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
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No preferred qualifications provided.