MRI Technician

Job Position:- MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) Tech
Location:- Pittsburgh PA
Duration:- Full-time

Responsibilities:

Maintains clinical competencies for all exams and equipment.

Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures.

Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data including the labeling/preparation/and administration of contrast. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.

Prior to start of exam reads and presents all relevant information to the physician based on protocol

Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system all patient information is updated and documented in Rad Assessment all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.

Practices and maintains MR safety in the department.

Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers while displaying a high level of caring listening dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.

Performs procedures for reviewing processing and archiving.

Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patients fears and solicit their cooperation.

Qualifications:

MRI Tech: Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or completion of an accredited CNMT program or accredited ARDMS program.

MRI Tech Adv: Completion of formal training in MRI-related program accredited by the ARRT. 2 years MRI experience required.

Must obtain MR registry within 18 months of hire date.

CPR or BLS Required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

ARRT Certificate OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC) OR Registered Diagnostic

Medical Sonographer (ARDMS)

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)