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Duke Clinical Research Institute

MRI Technologist

Duke Clinical Research Institute, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601

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MRI Technologist - 2nd Shift, Monday - Friday, 2:30‑11:00 pm (Holiday and call rotation) $15,000 commitment bonus; $3,000 relocation

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 radiologists with procedure protocoling and performance.

Start intravenous lines, administer contrast media as directed and per protocol.

Evaluate MR scans for technical quality, collate processed images, review the 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) if applicable.

Assist radiologists and physicists in developing new protocols and MR imaging techniques unique to the Duke Health System. Help facilitate research 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.

Support career growth and enrichment within Imaging services through the clinical ladder program.

Minimum Qualifications

Duke is an 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 (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 the diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences of all members.

All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values, ensuring we feel safe, welcome, and respected.

Essential Physical Job Functions

Certain jobs at Duke University and the Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities.

Requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Education

Graduate or completion of a program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds the 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 four years' experience within the 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 an individual's 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 the diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences of all members.

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