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MRI Technologist II-Duke Regional Hospital-Schedule Mon, Tues, Fri-3pm-3am

Duke University Health System, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703

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MRI Technologist II – Duke Regional Hospital

Join Duke University Health System as an MRI Technologist II. Schedule: Mon, Tues, Fri – 3 pm to 3 am. About Duke Regional Hospital

Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina is the second largest of Duke Health’s four hospitals, offering comprehensive medical, surgical, and diagnostic services. General Description

Perform a variety of complex, specialized, and technical tasks associated with the operation of high field strength magnets. Duties and Responsibilities

Screen patients for MR safety prior to procedure performance. Assist radiologist with procedure protocoling and performance. Start I.V.s, administer contrast media as directed and per protocol. Evaluate MR scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of acquisition and label appropriately. Schedule patients for procedures; assist with clerical functions. Charge MR procedures and supplies in EHR. Load and operate power injectors for contrast media administration. Maintain accurate patient records. Provide orientation for new technologists. Provide education and training for student technologists. Provide for the psychological and physical needs of patients for MR procedures. Understand and use the Image Archival System. Perform complex tasks associated with the operation of high field strength magnets and related equipment to produce special radiographic images of specific body parts. Position patients for MR scans using immobilization and protective equipment as required. Coordinate scheduling and patient flow involving multiple MR sites. Assist with education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, and fellows, attending’s) if applicable. Assist radiologists and physicists in developing new protocols and MR imaging techniques that are unique to DUHS. Help facilitate research for the Duke Health System by scanning and using protocols given. Demonstrate proficiency in the 100+ MR protocols in the Health System. Teach the correct application of these protocols to new technologists, physicians, and researchers. Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein. Required Qualifications

Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification. Level I must obtain ARRT or ARMRIT in Magnetic Resonance (MR) certification within 18 months of employment. Level II Minimum of two years’ experience as an MRI technologist. Certification in one of the following required: Radiography (R), Radiation Therapy (T), Nuclear Medicine Technology (N), CNMT, ARDMS, or registry eligible for Magnetic Resonance (MR). ARRT or ARMRIT registered in Magnetic Resonance (MR) required within 18 months of employment. BLS certification. Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level

Duke is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Essential Physical Job Functions

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. EEO Statement

Duke University Health System is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all individuals to apply, regardless of age, race, gender, disability, or other protected status. Employees must be physically and mentally fit to perform job duties, and the company reserves the right to revoke employment for non‑performance or violation of the policies.

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