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JOB SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Diagnostic Outpatient Imaging (DOI) Teach Manager. The MRI Technologist operates MR equipment to obtain high quality MRI imaging as ordered by the physicians. The MRI Technologist prepares patients, processes images, and assists physicians as needed. The MRI Tech ensures proper patient preparation, verifies screening protocols, and answers questions. Collaborates with staff, executive management, physicians, and technical staff to ensure that patient care is being provided with quality and optimum patient satisfaction. This includes monitoring effectiveness based on knowledge of best practices and adheres to supervisor guidance and regulations set by regulatory agencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: to perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In addition to the requirements listed below, regular attendance in the workplace is an essential function of this position.

Regular attendance at Employer's place of business and/or during particular hours, as assigned, is an essential function of this position. Employee must comply with and follow DOI’s attendance policy at all times, unless a reasonable accommodation is requested and granted, as required by law.

MRI Tech

1. Perform imaging procedures on appropriate anatomical regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of our Radiologist.
2. Operate MRI equipment to make high quality images scans of designated portions of the body, Checks for priors, and patient medical history.
3. Demonstrate knowledge in all terminology related to radiography, anatomy, and pathology.
4. Complete and sign Patient Screening forms. Instruct and explain procedures to patients, including post procedure care, as necessary. Adhere to radiologic exam standards and guidelines to ensure the optimum in-patient safety and care.
5. Adjust equipment and patient to correct positions for each examination. Arrange, attach, or adjust immobilization and supportive devices to obtain precise position, prevent motion and aid in patient comfort.
6. Select proper technical factors, on an individual patient basis.
7. Perform reconstruction and special processing of data.
8. Under guidance and approval of on-site Radiologist, administers contrast agents according to site-specific protocols.
9. Verifies the chart for priority, date, ordering comments, physician’s notes, precautions, and patient consent forms.
10. Verify and confirm doctor orders and create tasks/requests for any prior image comparisons that may be needed.
11. Practice sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination.
12. Maintain orderliness and cleanliness, including provision for the contamination free condition of room, equipment and personnel. Maintains a clean environment inside of facility
13. Perform equipment quality checks and troubleshoots problems. Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members.
14. Follows quality assurance guidelines.
15. Follows Universal Protocol at all times to ensure correct patient, correct procedure, and correct side.
16. Ensures procedure charges, to include supplies used, are entered correctly and in a timely manner.

1. Use interpersonal skills effectively to build and maintain cooperative working relationships within and outside of the radiology department.
2. Maintain patient confidentiality.
3. Perform additional duties as required.

20. Demonstrate ability to work with a team.

21. Cooperate with facility healthcare personnel and complies with facility policies and procedures.

22. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.

23. Attends meetings as required.

24. Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values, professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.

25. Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, visitors, supervisor, and staff.

26. Ensures services are in compliance with professional standards, state, and federal regulatory requirements.