CURRENT HOLLAND HOSPITAL EMPLOYEES- Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday employee account.

The MRI Technologist works under the supervision of the Radiology Manager: Schedules MRI examinations; assures patient safety; receives and reviews patient requisitions; positions patients for MRI imaging; administers I.V. contrast media; performs MRI imaging examinations; discharges patients; performs the Radiology Assistant's duties when needed; performs other duties as assigned. This position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and service appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her area.

MRI Technologist are required to be MRI Board Certified (ART Certified)

Employment Type: Full Time

Shift: 6a-4p

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

Weekend Requirements: Every 4th weekend/Call every 8 weeks
Requirements:

- Associates Degree or higher education

- Certified R-RT

- BLS/CPR through the American Heart Association

Performs MRI Imaging

• Explains examination to the patient and obtains a patient medical history.
• Positions patient for the examination according to established department protocols.
• Provides patient immobilization devices.
• Enters patient identification information computer system.
• Selects computer parameters in accordance with department protocols.
• Performs MRI imaging according to established procedure.
• Reviews MRI images during for optimal image quality and sends images to the PACS system.

Administers I.V. Contrast Media

• Selects the appropriate contrast media.
• Prepares I.V contrast administration to established protocol.
• Explains contrast administration procedure to the patient.
• Follows universal precautions policy.
• Adheres to medication reconciliation guidelines as established by Pharmacy and policy.

Performs Related Duties

• Cleans MRI equipment and accessories.
• Orders supplies from hospital store room.
• Coordinates time of MRI examination with other imaging modalities.
• Performs daily scanner calibration tests.
• Assists in cross-training of future MRI technologists.
• Performs the Radiology Assistant duties in the absence of personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Receives and Reviews Patient Orders

• Obtains inpatient and outpatient orders from the information system.
• Reviews order requests for diagnosis and appropriate exam indication.
• Arranges daily work schedule to accommodate emergent and inpatient MRI requests.

Schedules MRI examinations

• Assists Central Scheduling with scheduling outpatient MRI examinations.
• Obtains appropriate indications for requested MRI examinations.
• Coordinates MRI examinations with other radiology examinations.
• Works with Central Scheduling with scheduling sedation patients.

Holland Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy