General Description:

Under general supervision, produces specialized images to aid the medical staff in the proper diagnosis and treatment of patients using magnetic resonance imaging equipment.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Operates magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment to produce cross-sectional photographs of patient’s body for diagnostic purposes
• Applies the physics of MRI to assist the Radiologist in diagnosis
• Informs patient of the procedure and ensures patient understands the importance of removing metal objects before activating the magnet
• Positions and immobilizes patient so desired anatomy will be demonstrated
• Sets up any supportive devices necessary to obtain precise positioning
• Responsible for entering technical data into the computer
• Evaluates images to ensure technical quality
• Administers contrast/medication in conjunction with imaging procedure
• Serves as a resource person for hospital and medical staff.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Currently enrolled and graduation within 6 weeks of an accredited Radiological Technology program or ARMRIT program or graduate of an accredited Radiography program or ARMRIT program.

Experience: MRI experience preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:

• Registration from the American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT) within 6 months of hire OR Certified through the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT);
• Advanced certification in MR through ARRT within 12 months of hire.
• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and MRI physics. Good communication skills, able to communicate in a positive clear manner with staff, patients, physicians and other hospital employees. Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient care. Ability to organize and analyze statistical data.