MRI TECH

Overview

MRI Technologist, MRI

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for Experienced MRI Techs

Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Variable Shifts Mon-Fri 4:30pm-1am with some rotating on-call hours

Fort Sanders Regional Overview

Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center is an award-winning, certified, and accredited facility with 468 beds. As a Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, Fort Sanders offers state-of-the-art care that maximizes recovery from stroke. We are also the region’s leader in technology in areas such as bariatric surgery, robotic surgery and minimally invasive spine surgery. Our door-to-balloon times for heart attack patients are below the national average, and our hip fracture center offers advanced diagnosis, surgery and recovery procedures for hip patients.

Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center is a member of Covenant Health, a locally-owned, non-profit health system based in Knoxville, TN, with a “patient-focused” culture. It has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as its 2020 “Best-in-State-Employer” for Tennessee.

The company offers a robust benefits package, including: medical insurance, tuition reimbursement; student loan repayment assistance, certification bonuses; leadership and professional development programs; an employer-matched 401(k); and a generous Combined Time Off (CTO) program.

Position Summary

Performs complex tasks associated with the operation of high field strength magnets and related equipment to produce high quality MRI images. The MRI technologist is responsible for maintaining a safe MRI environment at all times.

Recruiter:
Jennifer Gordon ||  ||

• Performs procedures or examinations under the order of a licensed medical practitioner for diagnostic interpretation or therapeutic intervention.
• Performs complex tasks associated with the operation of high field strength magnets and related equipment to produce high quality MRI images. Selects and operates the magnetic resonance system, surface coils, physiologic gating devices and associated equipment to achieve desired results. Selects appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters. Evaluates MRI scans for technical quality, completes MRI exam in electronic medical record and sends to PACS.
  
  Maintains the four MRI safety zones per ACR guidelines. Obtains high quality MRI scans in a timely manner. Assists radiologist in developing new protocols and MRI imaging techniques.
• Identifies and screens patient and others according to MRI guidelines for safety. Obtains patient history, completes and verifies accurate consents, informed consent and/or permits as needed. Provides patient instructions/education to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety, including monitoring of patients by audio/visual means during exams. Positions patients for MRI scans using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with regulations while applying principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self and others.
  
  Positions patient and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest, respecting the patient’s ability, safety and comfort. Provides for psychological and physical needs of patients for MRI procedures. Practices aseptic technique and applies universal precautions at all times. Applies appropriate infection prevention techniques and processes.
• Identifies, prepares and/or administers medications as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner. Performs venipuncture or IM injection for contrast media or other ordered/per test design medication as necessary for MRI procedure within scope of practice. Loads and operates pressure/power injector for contrast media injection. May administer oral and/or rectal contrast as needed. May perform lab draws as applicable.
• Assists radiologist with MRI procedures (biopsies, etc.). Ensures time outs are performed.
• Coordinates scheduling and patient flow. Proficient in clerical skills. Assists in inventory control.
• Educates, trains, or orients and assists new staff members. Provides education for student technologists.
• Stays current in Basic Life…