MRI Technologist

MRI TechnicianWhat you will be doing:Adhere to radiation safety policies and procedures in accordance with Radiology Department policies and proceduresSend appropriate image series to the radiologist for reading according to MTF protocol.Correctly position the patient for the examination and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination. Determine if any special patient preparation is required.Process digital images and submit for interpretation by radiologists.Document all procedures and maintain records in accordance with MTF policy.As directed, perform system calibrations and quality control tasks according to the manufacturer and MTF policy. Recognize artifacts and equipment errors and notify designated Government personnel of outlying values.Initiate repair call procedures for equipment malfunctions by notifying designated Government personnel. Report problems to the Biomedical Repair Section and log appropriately.Observe and report to the radiologist any symptoms which have direct bearing on the patient's condition as a result of adverse reaction to contrast media and inform the radiologist of any condition requiring his/her attention. Recognize the need for and institute the necessary emergency measures for situations where a person requires resuscitation procedures due to cardiac or respiratory arrest.What you must have:Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) for MRIHave one year of fulltime continuous experience as an MRI Technologist and be fully proficient in all the duties required of an MRI Technologist to the satisfaction of the department manager