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Summary Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment and standards, the MRI Technologist prepares and performs procedures and tests used to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data. By interviewing and preparing patients with in-depth understanding of the equipment and procedures, this role ensures effective, safe use of this equipment and drives optimal care outcomes. As an experienced imaging technologist, this team member will work under minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment in the performance of their role.
Responsibilities
Conduct magnetic resonance imaging screening, ensuring both the safe function of equipment and pursuing the best quality imaging from the procedure.
Read and comprehend imaging order, engaging with radiologist when order is unclear, complex or warrants deeper review.
Gather consent for contrast injection for applicable imaging orders. Establish intravenous access and apply contrast. Under laboratory supervision, draw blood for kidney function evaluation using glomerular filtration rate (GFR) analysis on point-of-care-testing hardware.
Interview patients to understand risk factors and prior medical history components that may warrant a more in-depth examination for safety, e.g. for conditional implanted devices.
Select appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using extensive knowledge of human anatomy, pathology and the capabilities/limitations of both MRI hardware and specific imaging sequences.
Guide patients, some distressed, through their examination, applying subject matter expertise and cultural competency to explain the exam. Set expectations and calm patient for effective imaging.
Precept entry-level staff and orients new colleagues as assigned. Collaborate to plan the workday and patient flow with colleagues.
Qualifications Required
Graduate of an accredited program in Radiological Science
Registration as MRI technologist from American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists
Five (5) years of experience working in a clinical imagine role, three (3) of which must be in an MRI Technologist capacity
Strong understanding of human anatomy - can be established through education or experience
Experience reading and interpreting complex radiology orders
Preferred
Experience using point-of-care-testing platforms such as Abbott i-Stat
Experience working with a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)
Job Details Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care Organization Unit: MRI Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00 Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: PARD RAD Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
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Summary Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment and standards, the MRI Technologist prepares and performs procedures and tests used to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data. By interviewing and preparing patients with in-depth understanding of the equipment and procedures, this role ensures effective, safe use of this equipment and drives optimal care outcomes. As an experienced imaging technologist, this team member will work under minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment in the performance of their role.
Responsibilities
Conduct magnetic resonance imaging screening, ensuring both the safe function of equipment and pursuing the best quality imaging from the procedure.
Read and comprehend imaging order, engaging with radiologist when order is unclear, complex or warrants deeper review.
Gather consent for contrast injection for applicable imaging orders. Establish intravenous access and apply contrast. Under laboratory supervision, draw blood for kidney function evaluation using glomerular filtration rate (GFR) analysis on point-of-care-testing hardware.
Interview patients to understand risk factors and prior medical history components that may warrant a more in-depth examination for safety, e.g. for conditional implanted devices.
Select appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using extensive knowledge of human anatomy, pathology and the capabilities/limitations of both MRI hardware and specific imaging sequences.
Guide patients, some distressed, through their examination, applying subject matter expertise and cultural competency to explain the exam. Set expectations and calm patient for effective imaging.
Precept entry-level staff and orients new colleagues as assigned. Collaborate to plan the workday and patient flow with colleagues.
Qualifications Required
Graduate of an accredited program in Radiological Science
Registration as MRI technologist from American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists
Five (5) years of experience working in a clinical imagine role, three (3) of which must be in an MRI Technologist capacity
Strong understanding of human anatomy - can be established through education or experience
Experience reading and interpreting complex radiology orders
Preferred
Experience using point-of-care-testing platforms such as Abbott i-Stat
Experience working with a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)
Job Details Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care Organization Unit: MRI Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00 Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: PARD RAD Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
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