MRI Tech Assistant

*** Please see the attached Job Description for full details***

Regional Medical Imaging P.C. (RMI) is a leading outpatient Radiology facility with nine locations. RMI has been serving Mid-Michigan for over 30 years with Board Certified Radiologists and a certified and registered staff whose goals are to continue to meet the fast-changing world of imaging and technology. We currently offer a full range of modalities including: Bone Densitometry (DEXA) Breast MRI CT Fluoroscopy Image Guided Biopsies Mammography MRI Nuclear Medicine PET/CT Interventional procedures Ultrasound and X-Ray.

SUMMARY

Assists technologists to insure efficient workflow and optimal patient care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: including but not limited to the

following.

• Confirms scheduled exam and requesting physician are consistent with order.
• Verifies correct patient data and correct exam is being performed by reviewing patients order form from referring physician.
• Interviews patients to explain MRI procedures obtain pertinent exam and to verify the safety requirements have been met for metal objects and implants which may be hazardous to the patient and/or equipment.
• Positions patients on scanner table and places specified coil over area of interest confirms patients comfort and confirms operation of emergency bulb with patient.
• Gains IV access as needed for contrast injections does NOT inject contrast.
• Has the ability to make both Viewer and DICOM CD using current cd burning software
• Import DICOM CDs to expedite dictation.
• Displays competency with RIS and PACS systems.
• Maintains safe work area according to ACR White Paper on MR Safety.
• Ability to work independently and in team/group situations.
• Check and stock scan rooms and patient prep rooms
• Check and document fire extinguisher and eye wash stations (monthly)
• Laundry completed (washed/dried/put away) not left for next day
• Additional responsibilities to include but not limited to:
• Assisting during breast biopsies
• Other duties deemed necessary by Chief Tech and technologists
• Attendance at meetings and training sessions may be required. These sessions could occasionally be scheduled outside of your regular working hours to accommodate business needs and training opportunities. We appreciate your flexibility and commitment to attending these sessions as necessary to support our teams goals and professional development.
• SUPPORTS MISSION VISION AND VALUES OF THE CORPORATION

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

An individual must possess six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS

Medical Assistant certification preferred or equivalent work experience and training. Phlebotomy/venipuncture experience including the ability to start IVs and perform angio-cath injections. Possess basic medical terminology knowledge in order to obtain thorough medical histories. Certification in CPR and Blood Borne Pathogens. Must continue to obtain the recommended number of Continuing Educations Credits each year for your certifications.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance

Instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Must

Be able to communicate effectively with the patients and understand their response.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems collects data establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to

Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal

With several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Updated 8/27/25 KS