Duke University Health System
MRI Technologist-Duke Regional Hospital-PRN
Duke University Health System, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
MRI Technologist-Duke Regional Hospital-PRN
At Duke Health, we’re driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. With 388 beds it is the second largest of Duke Health's four hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women’s services, and heart and vascular services.
Summary Perform a variety of complex, specialized and technical tasks associated with the operation of high field strength magnets.
Work Performed
Screen patients for MR safety prior to procedure performance
Assist radiologist with procedure protocol in mand performance
Start IVs, 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 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
Screen patients for MR safety prior to procedure performance
Assist radiologist with procedure performance
Administer contrast media or as directed and per protocol
Evaluate MR scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of exposure and label appropriately
Coordinate scheduling and patient flow involving multiple MR sites
Assist with education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, fellows, and 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
DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services
There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Minimum Qualifications
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas and an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
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.
Education Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
Experience
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
Level III A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
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
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military 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.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Note: This description has been refined for clarity and structure. Some boilerplate and site-specific notes were removed to focus on the role’s responsibilities and qualifications.
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Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. With 388 beds it is the second largest of Duke Health's four hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women’s services, and heart and vascular services.
Summary Perform a variety of complex, specialized and technical tasks associated with the operation of high field strength magnets.
Work Performed
Screen patients for MR safety prior to procedure performance
Assist radiologist with procedure protocol in mand performance
Start IVs, 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 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
Screen patients for MR safety prior to procedure performance
Assist radiologist with procedure performance
Administer contrast media or as directed and per protocol
Evaluate MR scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of exposure and label appropriately
Coordinate scheduling and patient flow involving multiple MR sites
Assist with education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, fellows, and 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
DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services
There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Minimum Qualifications
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas and an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
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.
Education Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
Experience
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
Level III A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
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
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military 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.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Note: This description has been refined for clarity and structure. Some boilerplate and site-specific notes were removed to focus on the role’s responsibilities and qualifications.
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