MRI Technologist

Overview

Responsible for performing all MRI imaging exams and procedures in accordance with clinic policy and procedures. Performs MRI screening for all patients, IV insertions and contrast injections, patient preparation and explanation of exams, MRI imaging and ensuring imaging is complete.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

• Selects appropriate pulse sequences from monitoring console for scan procedures.
• Records all pulse sequences implemented for exam.
• Recommends changes in protocol or additional instructions to provide additional diagnostic information.
• Evaluates results of scanning procedure for quality of results and completeness.
• Manipulates images through use of console keyboard and mouse to display to physician.
• Recognizes problems and rectifies with respect to selection made of operation.
• Sends images to PACS system, evaluates exam for completeness, and verifies exam in timely manner.
• Develops a working knowledge of all PACS capabilities.
• Assures proper completion of records by technologist for billing and recording purposes.
• Records to include requisitions.
• Communicates and coordinates with staff of previous and next shift regarding equipment problems, waiting patients and other like information.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Magnetic Resonance Imaging [ARRT-MR] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred Magnetic Resonance Tech or ARMRIT preferred

Experience
Related work experience. 0-1 year required

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of location of emergency equipment and their functions.
• Knowledge:
  Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in complex varied situations.
• Familiarity with and ability to use specialized ancillary equipment.
• Possesses and utilizes excellent customer service skills, strong written and verbal communications skills, and other medical related skills/knowledge.
• Promotes good public relations on the phone and in person.

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.