MRI Technologist (Part Time)

Job Summary

Performs MRI examinations on patients as requested by the referring physicians. Coordinates patient flow and activities of the MRI Scanner.

Fridays & Saturdays - 12 hours shifts

Job Specific Duties

• Checks patient chart or prescription to guarantee proper exam is performed.
• Coordinates MRI exams with other departments and doctors' offices.
• Documents all the required information in patient log book and patient scan sheet.
• Exercises extreme care and caution while obtaining medical history and reason for examination in order to promote patient safety and avoid damage to MRI equipment.
• Follows hospital patient-identification policy prior to performing examination.
• Informs shift supervisor of equipment repair and keeps MRI equipment clean and orderly.
• Responsible for maintaining current educational levels to stay current on new MRI issues.
• Monitors all patients in the MRI scanner with nursing assistance when appropriate.
• Operates MRI scanner to produce detailed high quality diagnostic images.
• Performs scans in a timely manner to reduce patient delays.
• Enters and transmits patient information to PACS promptly upon completion of examination.