Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI)

Job Title

Allied Health Professional

Duties

Total Rewards of an Allied Health Professional Employees at this level are fully functional as an advanced DRT and carry out their assigned tasks independently. DRTs at this level may have varying assignments including special and complex imaging procedures beyond the full performance level, clinical instruction, and basic QM type duties within the program. Regardless of the nature of the specific assignment, the work must be of sufficient scope and complexity to meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform at this level. Duties include however, are not limited to:

• Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures.
• Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography.
• Accurately operates MRI imaging equipment to obtain examinations of acceptable quality utilizing the standardized amount of Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) to obtain quality imaging for diagnosis and localization purposes.
• The Technologist is responsible for performing a wide variety of MRI exams, which includes but is not limited to the spine, head, neck, chest, Abdomen, Pelvis, and Extremities, utilizing specialized sequences to visualize the anatomy and pathology necessary for diagnosis.
• Performs MRI imaging of the peripheral and visceral vessels through MR Angiography of the abdominal systems and extremities.
• Conducts MRI safety screenings to identify possible contraindications prior to the examination.
• Positions the patient within the MRI system, monitors patient during all phases of the appropriate examination, and removes patient from the MR system upon completion of the examination.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm. Work Schedule is subject to change based on agency need.

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 57827F

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report: Not required