MRI TECHNOLOGIST

MRI Technologist

Performs Magnetic Resonance exams to produce images of various anatomical parts and systems for diagnostic purposes as directed by radiologist.

Essential Job Functions:

• Collects pertinent data about the patient and the procedure.
• Provides information to patients about the procedure.
• Analyzes the information obtained during the assessment phase and determines optimal imaging parameters per diagnosis.
• Administers contrast agents according to established guidelines.
• Obtains optimum images during scan.
• Documents information about patient care, exams, and patient history in appropriate record.
• Facilitates correspondence with all departments to assure procedures are done in a timely manner.
• Maintains equipment and workstation in optimum condition.
• Implements downtime procedures, as necessary.

Competency and Experience (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

Required Qualifications/Experience:

• Completion of a (JRCERT) accredited Radiologic Technology program recognized by ARRT.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.
• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
• Medical Terminology.
• Basic working knowledge of computers and office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

Previous venipuncture experience

License, Certification & Clearances:

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance
• Current MRI certification or ARRT registered technologist

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Incumbents will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
• Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment:

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. - Physical Condition - Essential - Marginal - Constantly - Frequently - Occasionally - Rarely - Never

Extreme Heat - x

Extreme Cold - x

Heights - x

Confined Spaces - x

Extreme Noise(>85dB) - x

Mechanical Hazards - x

Use of Vibrating Tools - x

Operates Vehicle - x - x

Operates Heavy Equipment - x

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices - x - x

Rotates All Shifts - x - x

8 Hours Shifts - x - x

10-12 Hours Shifts - x - x

On-Call - x - x

Overtime (+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk) - x - x

Travel Between Sites - x - x

Direct Patient Care - x - x

Respirator Protective Equipment - x - x

Eye Protection - x - x

Head Protection (hard hat) - x

Hearing Protection - x

Hand Protection - x - x

Feet, Toe Protection - x

Body Protection - x - x

Latex Exposure - x - x

Solvent Exposure - x

Paint (direct use) Exposure - x

Dust (sanding) Exposure - x

Ethylene Oxide Exposure - x

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure - x

Blood/Body Fluid Exposure - x - x

Chemicals (direct use) Exposure - x - x

Mist Exposure - x

Wax Stripper (direct use) - x

Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure - x - x

Ionizing Radiation Exposure - x - x

Laser Exposure - x

Physical Demands:

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. - Physical Condition - Essential - Marginal - Constantly - Frequently - Occasionally - Rarely - Never

Bending (Stooping) - x - x

Sitting - x - x

Walking - x - x

Climbing Stairs - x - x

Climbing Ladders - x

Standing - x - x

Kneeling - x - x

Squatting (Crouching) - x - x

Twisting/Turning - x - x

Keyboard/Computer Operation - x - x

Gross Grasp - x - x

Fine Finger Manipulation - x - x

Hand/Arm Coordination - x - x

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) - x - 50#

Carry - x - 10#

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients - x - x

Seeing Near w/Acuity - x - x

Feeling (Sensation) - x - x

Color Vision - x - x

Hearing Clearly - x - x

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead - x - x

Reaching Above Shoulder Level - x - x

Reaching Forward - x - x

Lifting Floor to Knuckle - ### - 10#

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle - ### - 50#

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder - ### - 35# - 50#

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead - ### - 10#

When lift requirement is more than 50#, lift assistance (2