Technologist-MRI

Overview


Job Summary

Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.


Required Population Served


Job Responsibilities


Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications


Experience

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired


6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all MRI competencies at the end of orientation period.


Education

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired


Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT ( R) required. Registry in

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

ARRT(MR) preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.


Training

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired


Special Skills

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired


Basic computer literacy skills.


Licensure

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired


ARRT(R);BLS CERTIFICATION ARRT(MR)

WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;NEW

GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN

REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN

60 DAYS OF HIRE;STATE

LICENSE AS REQUIRED


Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.


Reporting Relationships

No


Work Environment


Functional Demands

Label Short Description Full Description


Sedentary Very light energy Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs.


level cart


Light


Moderate energy level


Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)


Medium


High energy level


Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)


Heavy Very high energy Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull >

level 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max

assist sit to stand transfer.


Functional Demands Rating

Medium


Activity Level Throughout Workday


Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting

Occasional


Physical Activity Requirements - Standing

Continuous


Physical Activity Requirements - Walking

Continuous


Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)

Occasional


Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects

Continuous


Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull

Continuous


Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting

Continuous


Physical Activity Requirements - Bending


Continuous


Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward

Continuous


Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead

Continuous


Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl

Occasional


Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation

Continuous


Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities

Occasional


Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Continuous


Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell


Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear

Continuous


Sensory Requirements

Color Near Vision Far Vision Depth Perception Hearing

Discrimination


Accurate Accurate Moderate


Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens

Anticipated


Environmental Requirements - Chemical


Anticipated


Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases

Anticipated


Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures

Not Anticipated


Environmental Requirements - Radiation

Anticipated


Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Not Anticipated


Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels

Not Anticipated


Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter

Not Anticipated


Environmental Requirements - Other