MRI Technologist - 26-12887

MRI Technologist
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Duration: 13 weeks
Employment Type: Contract (No benefits)
Shift: Days, Monday to Friday, rotating weekly between 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM and 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM

Job Summary
We are seeking an MRI Technologist to operate MRI scanners and obtain diagnostic images of specified body parts as requested. The technologist must be able to produce quality images to present to the radiologist for interpretation and function independently with minimal supervision. Local and traveler candidates are both accepted.

Responsibilities

• Greet the patient, introduce yourself, and ask the patient to verify their name and birthdate
• Take pertinent patient history, and review the procedure order and other documentation, current medications, allergy information, and the completed questionnaire
• Explain the procedure to the patient and solicit questions to ensure understanding
• Anticipate patient needs, keep patients and families informed of delays, answer questions, and respond appropriately to concerns, following up or contacting someone who can
• Communicate professionally with all customers, co-workers, physicians, and their office staff, respecting differences
• Prepare patients for MRI scans by explaining the procedure, screening for indwelling material affected by the magnetic field, taking pertinent history, and starting an IV for contrast administration as necessary
• Position patients, scan, and archive procedures according to established protocol, producing diagnostic images within quality control parameters
• Maintain knowledge of coils, gating devices, and other equipment necessary for proper completion of procedures
• Maintain working knowledge of MRI computers, including startup and shutdown, and handle medical and equipment emergencies involving patient and equipment safety
• Use proper venipuncture techniques to prepare patients for contrast media administration as necessary
• Administer contrast media according to established protocol or as directed by a physician, and label syringes according to policy
• Properly identify, prepare, administer, and document medications used during procedures
• Reconcile patient medications to ensure current medications will not interact with the contrast media
• Complete all work in a timely, efficient, and productive manner
• Assist co-workers in other modalities as appropriate, including starting IVs, completing computer functions, and preparing patients
• Verify physician orders for accuracy and act on them appropriately
• Screen patients and others before they enter the scan room to reduce the risk of injury
• Instruct patients and all other personnel on the risks associated with the MRI unit
• Wear and store the dosimeter appropriately, switching it out quarterly and in a timely manner, as applicable
• Use appropriate devices for moving patients to protect both the patient and yourself, and observe patients to minimize the risk of falls or other injury
• Adhere to National Patient Safety Goals, including hand hygiene, proper patient identification, labeling of containers, and medication administration
• Understand and be able to execute policies and procedures for medical emergencies, fire, tornadoes, and other emergency situations

Required Skills and Experience

• Philips MRI equipment experience
• Breast MRI experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology, isolation, and sterile techniques and procedures
• Patient positioning and equipment operation (x-ray machines and printers)

Required Education

• Graduation from an ARRT-accredited Radiologic Technology school

Required Certifications and Licensure

• ARRT certification
• Ohio license as a Radiographer
• BLS (American Heart Association)

Preferred

• Minimum of 2 years of related experience