MRI Technologist I

MRI Technologist I

The MRI Technologist I position is an entry-level role that, under direct supervision, performs routine MRI examinations in accordance with established protocols, safety guidelines, and quality standards.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.

• Utilizing core knowledge, skills, abilities, and available resources, provides safe, high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered care and support services under routine or emergent conditions.
• Prepares patients for procedures and correlates clinical history with physician-ordered exams to support appropriate imaging.
• Safely administers contrast per protocol
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize basic imaging artifacts and implement corrective measures independently or under guidance.
• Effectively communicates and collaborates with patients, families, and the care team to support desired clinical outcomes and service standards.
• Accurately transfers images and associated data to designated systems, completes basic technical documentation, and prepares studies for physician reporting.
• Carries out operator-level quality control checks, cleaning, high-level disinfection, and basic equipment maintenance per manufacturer instructions and regulatory requirements.
• Accurately document in EMR/PACS
• Actively participates in continuing education, professional development, and research initiatives to maintain competencies and advance quality of care and treatment practices.
• Supports inventory tasks as needed to help ensure supplies are available.

If trained and verified in Cardiac MRI, the following responsibilities apply:

• Acquire standard cardiac imaging sequences including: LV function imaging, Short-axis cine stacks, basic morphology and functional assessments
• Apply ECG gating techniques including: retrospective gating, prospective gating, real-time imaging as indicated
• Troubleshoot basic ECG signal issues
• Recognize common rhythm patterns

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited imaging, radiology or nuclear medicine program as defined by ARRT or ARMRIT or
• Completion of JRCERT accredited Military Educational Program is accepted in lieu of other educational requirements.
• Experience: No prior MRI experience required.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
• ARRT(RT) or ARMRIT certification required within 12 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Foundational knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology, basic radiologic technology concepts, and MRI-related terminology. Applies core MRI theory, practices, and techniques to perform examinations and complete basic post-processing, analysis, and documentation with general supervision or assistance.
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team and communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to prioritize and complete assigned clinical and non-clinical work tasks with guidance and direction, progressively developing independence in managing routine responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and remain composed in stressful situations with guidance and support, progressively developing effective coping and prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
• Knowledge of and ability to apply HIPAA guidelines and standards.
• Displays consistency and dependability by reporting to work as scheduled.
• Ability to be sensitive to patients' physical and psychological needs.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes.

If trained and verified in Cardiac MRI, the following knowledge, skills and ability requirements apply:

• Proficiency in breath hold coaching, patient positioning, cardiac anatomy identification
• Knowledge of cardiac MRI contraindications
• Knowledge and understanding of cardiac anatomy and physiology.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.