MRI/Radiographic Tech

• Operates Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment.
• Prepares patents for examination and ensures that the proper information has been obtained for the physician to make a diagnosis.
• Assists in the management of patient flow, data reconstruction and sending images to PACS for physician’s interpretation.
• Performs a variety of technical procedures, which requires independent judgment with ingenuity and not requiring constant supervision.
• Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required. Maintains and exhibits behavior that promotes patient confidence and trust.
• Demonstrates proficiency in performance of all duties.
• Demonstrates ability to recognize and allay patients’ fears and apprehensions about exams.
• Maintains established department policies, procedures, protocols, programs, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Assists with other projects as required.
• Attends and works at hospital functions as required.
• Possesses the competency and proficiency to select appropriate scan sequences and protocols to obtain high quality images for diagnosis by the radiologist. This includes but not limited to changing the protocol depending on patient pathology and photography and labeling scan images, processing and displaying final images on viewing machines for interpretation.
• Maintains all necessary records of image slice, injections, stocking supplies, handling of equipment, etc.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of assigned area.
• Ability to use the power injector, prepping and loading for use.
• Observes sterile and aseptic techniques when necessary.
• Cooperates with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department; demonstrates professionalism at all times.
• Maintains ethical relationships.
• Adheres to hospital and departmental rules and regulations.
• Participates in in-service programs.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent