MRI Technologist Weekender
| Company | Advocate Health Care |
|---|---|
| Location | Charlotte, NC, USA |
| Salary | $34.9 – $52.35 |
| Type | Part-Time |
| Degrees | Associate’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- 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
Responsibilities
- Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient
- Properly identify (Using two patient identifiers) and assist patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures
- Interviews patients for a complete medical history
- Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of dictated results
- Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols
- Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed
- Performs basic patient care functions
- Performs MRI scanning and assists Physicians/PA during invasive 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
- 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
- Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies
- Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion
- Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with an MRI scan
- Maintains knowledge of all MRI safety requirements for both staff and patients while in and around magnetic fields
Preferred Qualifications
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No preferred qualifications provided.