MRI Technologist

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Company: Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center

Location: Charlotte, NC 28269

Description:

Details

Client Name
Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Allied
Profession
Radiology
Specialty
MRI Tech
Job ID
30945119
Job Title
MRI Technologist
Weekly Pay
$3017.0

Shift Details

Shift
Day - 10x4 - 07AM
Scheduled Hours
40

Job Order Details

Start Date
03/31/2025
End Date
08/02/2025
Duration
18 Week(s)

Job Description
Job Title: MRI Technologist
Job Specialty: MRI
Job Duration: 18 weeks
Shift: Day, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Guaranteed Hours: 40.00 per week
Experience: Not specified
License: Graduate of an accredited two-year AMA-approved program in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology or active enrollment in an ARMRIT or ARRT registry-eligible program required.
Certifications: ARRT (MR) certification required within one year of hire; CPR certification required.
Must-Have: Ability to scan a wide variety of inpatient and emergency department patients, mostly adults with occasional pediatric cases.

Job Description:

- Perform MRI procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
- Operate MRI scanners and associated equipment with a high level of proficiency including post-processing stations/programs, IV contrast injectors, O2 and suction equipment, patient transport, and monitoring equipment.
- Examine requests and verify orders on each assigned patient; consult with a Radiologist for any discrepancies.
- Properly identify and assist patients, offering a brief explanation of the procedures.
- Prepare patients for procedures with full explanations and document on appropriate worksheets.
- Interview patients for a complete medical history, reviewing electronic medical records to obtain pertinent clinical history.
- Record medical history on requisitions and correlate other test results and laboratory data with the exam being performed.
- Assume responsibility for the exam from start until the completion of dictated results.
- Prepare and administer IV contrast according to departmental protocols and record contrast type and amount as needed.
- Evaluate the technical quality of images and consult with a Radiologist if necessary.
- Recognize abnormal anatomy and process additional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as instructed.
- Perform basic patient care functions and inform appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient's condition.
- Initiate life support measures when necessary and assist in code blue procedures during medical emergencies.
- Perform MRI scanning and assist physicians or physician assistants during invasive procedures.
- Practice proper sterile techniques when preparing supplies and perform all invasive procedures in accordance with bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies.
- Obtain medication or contrast material for administration by a licensed practitioner and practice radiation safety principles.
- Report malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering.
- Maintain knowledge and skills to work safely in environments with exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases.
- Attend in-service classes and complete all required safety modules.
- Operate radiology computer systems for entering orders and charging procedures/supplies and document contrast administration appropriately.
- Maintain assigned work area, keeping it stocked and clean to promote workplace cleanliness.
- Assist other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, during exams or services in conjunction with an MRI scan.
- Maintain knowledge of all MRI safety requirements for both staff and patients while in and around magnetic fields.
- Perform moderate to heavy physical tasks, such as lifting and moving patients, equipment, and supplies, with occasional standing, walking, and sitting.

Client Details

Address
1000 Blythe Blvd
City
Charlotte
State
NC
Zip Code
28203

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