Posted:
9/4/2024, 12:25:28 AM
Location(s):
Massachusetts, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
MRI Technologist
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Fairview Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Fairview Hospital has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in Cleveland and Ohio. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
Magnetic resonance imaging technologists, also referred to as MRI technologists, utilize magnetic resonance imaging scanners to capture specific images ordered by a physician to aid in patient diagnosis. MRI technologists must be able to closely follow a physician's instructions, prepare and operate MRI equipment, position patients correctly, and effectively record the requested diagnostic images.
A caregiver in this position works 7:00AM – 3:30PM or 3:00PM – 11:30PM.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Prepare and check patients prior to MRI procedure.
Acquire and review patient questionnaire, chart and data/requisition to determine contraindication of having MRI examination.
Verify and validate the patient screening safety form.
Perform MRI procedures required per protocol and perform daily QA.
Perform venipunctures.
Educate patients regarding MRI procedures, equipment and exams.
Ensure patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam.
Assist with scheduling patients.
Administer proper contrast related to patient having MRI exam.
Acquire, archive, transmit and print images via PACS.
Complete after-hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.
Immediately report any malfunctions, observe potential equipment dysfunctions and report problems or call for service.
Maintain available equipment up-time at the highest level for patient accessibility.
Process billing via RIS.
Potentially rotate through all imaging modalities, sites, and/or locations.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or graduate of an accredited institution per the primary pathway of the ARRT.
Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT), or R.T.(S)(ARRT), or R.T.(T)(ARRT), in good standing.
OR Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(N) (ARRT) in good standing or be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board. ARDMS and NMTCB are primary pathways.
Certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging: R.T.(MR)(ARRT) required within one year of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes.
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist or experience in other imaging modalities.
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Headquarter Location: Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 1921
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Grant
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