Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI)

Job Title

The technologist will perform quality diagnostic examinations that include, but are not limited to, MRI examinations of the chest, abdomen, pelvis, head, extremities, neck, etc. The technologist will also assist the radiologist in performing interventional procedures under MRI guidance. The technologist may be cross trained in special procedures to maximize the utilization of personnel. The technologist may also participate in on-call or standby to provide 24-hour, 7 days a week for the main facility; and will also participate in the departmental in-service program. This subspecialty requires advanced ARRT certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).

Technologists meet the requirements outlined in HPM 11-107; BLS Certification is maintained on a bi-annual basis.

Accurately and competently operates imaging equipment to obtain acceptable quality utilizing the standardized amount of Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) to obtain quality imaging for diagnosis and localization purposes.

Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.

The technologist has a responsibility to recognize and exhibit good safety practices, comply with published and communicated safety procedures; immediately report observed safety infractions and unsafe working conditions; and report in a timely fashion work-related illnesses and injuries.

The technologist is educated and competent in MRI Safety.

The technologist is competent in all service policies about the assigned work section.

Technologist is trained and competent in the use of VistA, CPRS, and PACS.

Receives and processes MR orders for accuracy, appropriateness, and date desired. Register, edit and cancel exams in accordance with national guidelines.

Performs and completes MR studies within the established guidelines for stat, pre-op, urgent, and routine exam priorities.

Uses independent judgment and critical thinking to modify positioning and exams as needed to accommodate patient's medical condition and/or body habitus. Advises the radiologist of exam images requiring immediate attention.

Uses a minimum of two approved patient identifiers before beginning the MR exam. Selects the correct patient's name and exam within VistA, MRI worklist, and PACS. Verifies that all images and associated paperwork are in PACS, under the correct accession number, before casing the MR exam for completion. The technologist is responsible for quality assurance (positioning, labels, window levels, etc.) of the exam before submission to PACS.

When operating the MRI, the technologist performs or monitors safety checks on patients, employees, and visitors to comply with FDA standards regarding ferrous objects and cardiac pacemakers before those persons enter the environment of the magnetic field.

Follows established radiologist protocol for each exam, unless otherwise directed by a radiologist on duty the day of the exam.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 71409F

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

US Department of Veterans Affairs