MRI Technologist

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMRI TechnologistLocation: Cincinnati, OHDuration: 13 weeksEmployment Type: Contract (No benefits)Shift: Days, Monday to Friday, rotating weekly between 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM and 10:30 AM to 7:00 PMJob Summary We are seeking an MRI Technologist to operate MRI scanners and obtain diagnostic images of specified body parts as requested. The technologist must be able to produce quality images to present to the radiologist for interpretation and function independently with minimal supervision. Local and traveler candidates are both accepted.ResponsibilitiesGreet the patient, introduce yourself, and ask the patient to verify their name and birthdateTake pertinent patient history, and review the procedure order and other documentation, current medications, allergy information, and the completed questionnaireExplain the procedure to the patient and solicit questions to ensure understandingAnticipate patient needs, keep patients and families informed of delays, answer questions, and respond appropriately to concerns, following up or contacting someone who canCommunicate professionally with all customers, co-workers, physicians, and their office staff, respecting differencesPrepare patients for MRI scans by explaining the procedure, screening for indwelling material affected by the magnetic field, taking pertinent history, and starting an IV for contrast administration as necessaryPosition patients, scan, and archive procedures according to established protocol, producing diagnostic images within quality control parametersMaintain knowledge of coils, gating devices, and other equipment necessary for proper completion of proceduresMaintain working knowledge of MRI computers, including startup and shutdown, and handle medical and equipment emergencies involving patient and equipment safetyUse proper venipuncture techniques to prepare patients for contrast media administration as necessaryAdminister contrast media according to established protocol or as directed by a physician, and label syringes according to policyProperly identify, prepare, administer, and document medications used during proceduresReconcile patient medications to ensure current medications will not interact with the contrast mediaComplete all work in a timely, efficient, and productive mannerAssist co-workers in other modalities as appropriate, including starting IVs, completing computer functions, and preparing patientsVerify physician orders for accuracy and act on them appropriatelyScreen patients and others before they enter the scan room to reduce the risk of injuryInstruct patients and all other personnel on the risks associated with the MRI unitWear and store the dosimeter appropriately, switching it out quarterly and in a timely manner, as applicableUse appropriate devices for moving patients to protect both the patient and yourself, and observe patients to minimize the risk of falls or other injuryAdhere to National Patient Safety Goals, including hand hygiene, proper patient identification, labeling of containers, and medication administrationUnderstand and be able to execute policies and procedures for medical emergencies, fire, tornadoes, and other emergency situationsRequired Skills and ExperiencePhilips MRI equipment experienceBreast MRI experienceKnowledge of medical terminology, isolation, and sterile techniques and proceduresPatient positioning and equipment operation (x-ray machines and printers)Required EducationGraduation from an ARRT-accredited Radiologic Technology schoolRequired Certifications and LicensureARRT certificationOhio license as a RadiographerBLS (American Heart Association)PreferredMinimum of 2 years of related experience