Travel MRI Technologist - $2,473 per week

Company: Atrium Health - 1000 Blythe Blvd.
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: November 20, 2024

Job Description:

• Certification Details
• ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology, ARRT or NMTCB for Nuclear Medicine with advanced registry from the ARMRIT or ARRT in MRI required within one year of hire.
  • Job Details
  • The MRI Technologist I performs procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
  • Operates MRI Scanners and associated equipment with a high level of proficiency.
  • Equipment includes scanner, post-processing stations/programs, IV contrast injectors, O2 and suction equipment, patient transport and patient monitoring equipment.
    • Job Requirements
    • Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
    • Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing an exam.
    • Properly identify and assist patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures.
    • Prepares patients for the procedure with a full explanation and documents on appropriate worksheets.
    • Interviews patients for a complete medical history.
    • Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning until completion of dictated results.
    • Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols.
    • Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed.
    • Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as instructed.
    • Performs basic patient care functions.
    • Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary.
    • Performs MRI scanning and assists Physicians/PA during invasive procedures.
    • Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members.
    • Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease.
    • Maintains knowledge of all MRI safety requirements for both staff and patients while in and around magnetic fields.
      • Unit Specific Information
      • Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment, and supplies.
      • Occasional standing, walking, and sitting during normal operation.
      • Frequently may be required to stretch, bend twist, squat or kneel in the daily operation of the MRI department.
      • May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the day such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, being near moving equipment.
      • Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation.
        • Additional Details
        • 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.
        • CPR certification required through AHA.

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