Position TitleMRI Technologist - TraineeQuivira Medical Pavilion A 12000 W. 151st St.Position Summary / Career Interest:The MRI technologist trainee works under the direction and mentorship of the MRI technologist. Their goal is to acquire essential MRI knowledge and technical skills that will allow them to transition into an independent MRI technologist role. The trainee will rotate amongst different MRI areas within the University of Kansas Health System to obtain experience on many scanners, protocols, and workflows. Trainees are required to be MRI registered through the ARRT within 12 months of hire date. This person shall maintain a patient-centered focus and strive to support the mission, goals and values of University of Kansas Health System and radiology department.Responsibilities and Essential Job FunctionsDemonstrate understanding of human anatomy and physiology; pathology; pharmacology; medical terminology; MRI technique; patient positioning for MRIPrepare patients for procedures and take care of patient needs during examinations or proceduresPerform venipuncture, manage intravenous access, and administer medications as prescribedSelect appropriate pulse sequences with consideration of established protocols and other factors that influence data acquisition parametersEvaluate medical images for quality and to ensure patient identificationResponsible for adherence to ACR MR safety guidelines such as restricting area access, screening patients and others for MR access, and observing and controlling the MR areasPossess MR safety knowledge and research implanted devicesApply principles of MR safety to minimize risk to patients, self and othersIdentify and respond to emergency situationsPerform ongoing quality assurance and educational activities as assignedEducate and monitor students and other health care providersMust be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.Required Education and ExperienceHigh School GraduateGraduate AMA approved School of Radiologic TechnologyRequired Licensure and CertificationMagnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 1 YearBasic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)Preferred Licensure and CertificationRadiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)Required Language SkillsEnglish - speakingKnowledge RequirementsComputer skillsTime Type:Job Requisition ID:R-44260We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.Need help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.
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