About This Role
Operating a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images for patient diagnosis and treatment is the core of this technologist role. This position involves providing basic patient care, processing films, maintaining equipment, transporting patients, and preparing and maintaining documentation.
Responsibilities
- Obtain patient history
- Educate patients and families regarding procedures and/or treatment to be performed as well as risk factors and prevention
- Position patients appropriately for the applicable radiographic procedure
- Perform radiographic procedures and analysis according to departmental guidelines
- Develop and evaluate radiographic results for technical quality, such as density, contrast, definition, and distortion
- Apply learned methodologies with independent judgment according to established policies and procedures
- Perform prescribed procedures in accordance with established policies
- Maintain infection prevention standards
- Explain standard procedures and answer patients' questions
- Prepare, clean, adjust, inspect, and maintain equipment
- Produce quality images and prepare/present them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation
- Prepare and maintain accurate documentation, archiving imaging data as needed or required
- Collaborate with physicians and other medical professionals
- Operate a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images used for diagnosis and treatment of patient pathologies
- Use knowledge of imaging techniques and cross-sectional anatomy to create high-quality scans
- Modify technical settings and adjust scanning parameters to enhance images and minimize unnecessary exposure
- Start IVs and/or catheters effectively and consistently for the MRI process
- Prepare, administer, and monitor IV contrast and/or patient sedation and patient status
- Ensure completion of screenings for pacemakers and other patient status affecting qualification for MRI
- Adhere to regulatory and organizational standards affecting patient care and safety as well as all hospital and departmental policies and procedures
- Perform and evaluate equipment quality control measurements, demonstrating ability to troubleshoot and notifying appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance
- Assure the efficient operation of workflow of the department and monitor and maintain an adequate inventory of supplies and materials to ensure non-interruption of service
- Participate in creating and sustaining a learning environment supported by evidenced-based practice and research
- Focus on personal development areas, engaging in professional/collegial interactions with peers and students
