MRI TECHNOLOGIST

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist

At East River Medical Imaging, our mission is to consistently provide the highest quality and availability of diagnostic imaging with compassion and comfort for our patients. Each of our physicians is certified by the American Board of Radiology. Together, they represent all areas of sub-specialty medical imaging, including cross-sectional, musculoskeletal, oncologic and neuroradiology. Operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce cross-sectional images (photographs) of patient's body for diagnostic purposes by performing the following duties.

Duties:

• Interviews patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures and request removal of metal objects which are hazardous to patient and equipment when magnet is activated.
• Positions patient on examining table and places specified coil (receiver) such as head coil or knee coil, close to area of interest, following protocols requested by Radiologist.
• Demonstrates use of microphone that allows patient and technologist to communicate during examination.
• Enters data such as patient history, anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position of entry into aperture of magnetic resonance imaging equipment (head or feet first), into computer.
• Keys commands to specify scan sequences, and adjust transmitters and receivers, into computer.
• Observes patient through window of control room to monitor patient safety and comfort.
• Views images of area being scanned on display screen to ensure quality of pictures.
• Proficient in MRI Safety, knowledge of MR Zones.
• Maintains patient care, comfort and safety during the exam.
• Maintains technical competency through continued education and participation in training programs.
• Under guidance and approval of site Radiologist, administers contrast agents according to site-specific protocols.
• Cooperates with facility healthcare personnel and complies with facility policies and procedures.
• Maintains current licensure to Practice in all states in which services are performed.
• Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots problems. Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members.
• Maintains a clean environment inside and outside of the scanner.
• Follows quality assurance guidelines and maintains patient confidentiality.
• Cooperates with facility healthcare professionals and complies with facility policies/procedures and all safety policies and regulations.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Customer Service: Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Adaptability/Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Accepts criticism and feedback; Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Manages competing demands. Commits to doing the best job possible by working the necessary hours to complete assignments; Keeps commitments; Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Takes responsibilities for own actions. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Language Ability: Ability to respond to common inquiries, ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small and large group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems, interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form and define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Suite, GE RIS-IC, AMBRA and PACs.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience: Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Math Ability: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Office word processing software.

Certificates and Licenses: MRI specialty training certification (ARRT-MR), NYS RT License with Injection, active BLS training.

All technologists performing MRI examinations must meet the minimum criteria listed below:

• ARRT registered as an MR technologist
• New York State Registered Technologist with Injection
• Active BLS training

Continuing Education for Registered technologists:

• In compliance with the ARRT CE requirements for the imaging modality in which they perform services
• CE includes credits pertinent to the technologist's ACR accredited clinical practice
• State licensed technologists
• 4 hours of CE every 2 years
• CE is relevant to imaging and the radiologic sciences, patient care
• CE includes credits pertinent to the technologist's ACR accredited clinical practice

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; risk of electrical shock and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and taste or smell.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.