MRI Technologist

MRI Technologist

JOB SUMMARY:

The MRI Technologist performs MRI examinations in accordance with ACR accreditation practice guidelines and NMC protocols. The Technologist may also perform examinations, within the scope of practice, in which they hold additional certification and have determined competency. The MRI Technologist works under the guidance and direct supervision of the MRI Supervisor.

PRE-REQUISITES:

Experience: Preferred Experienced Radiologic Technologist of 1-2 years cross trained in MRI.

Education: ARRT, ARMRIT or CAMRT registered as an MR technologist

Certifications: BLS required, IV Certification required

RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports To:

o DI Supervisor, DI Director

Supervises:

o n/a

Other Contacts:

o Radiologist, Medical staff, patients, hospital employees, other healthcare facilities, private physician offices, public & volunteers

SCOPE:

Machinery or Equipment Used:

o The Technologist may also perform and utilize equipment, within the scope of practice, in which they hold additional certification and have determined competency.

Physical Demands:

o Occasional: lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, squatting, stooping, climbing, standing, kneeling, crouching, overhead reaching (80"), downward pull and upward push of 50 lbs., carrying up to 30 lbs. Frequent: forward reaching (28"), sitting, pushing/pulling up to 20 lbs., lifting table extension up to 4 lbs, carrying up to 30 lbs., seeing/flexion of neck. Constant: walking, handling, fingering.

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to electrical, mechanical and radiant energy hazards, possible exposure to blood borne pathogens.

• Exposure to crisis situations and unpleasant elements of acute traumatic injuries, occasional stress due to work load and competing priorities. Occasional subject to irregular hours.

• Occasional stress/pressure due to Operating Room, inpatient, or Emergency stat exams.

• Exposure to cleaning agents.

Required Protective Equipment:

oPlastic/lead aprons (full bib), gloves, gowns, goggles, masks, face shield as situation requires.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs diagnostic procedures on patients according to American College of Radiology standards and practices, MQSA, ARRT, and/or ARDMS.

Adapts procedures according to protocol to meet the individual needs of the patient, the provider and the situation

Identifies and performs safety measures according to regulatory agency and policy guidelines

Communicates with patients, team members, and management in an accurate and timely manner evidenced by:

Talks with and listens to patients/team members

Appropriately pre-screens patient

Alleviates patient's anxieties

Completes timely clinical documentation

Uses all electronic systems to appropriately manage the patient experience

Protects confidentiality of patient/colleagues

Applies critical thinking skills and considers alternatives.

Organizes multitask workload

Prioritizes tasks/work

Collects/integrates data from multiple sources

Organizes/delivers care for multiple priorities

Develops and maintain human care relationships.

Adapts patient care for diverse populations

Advocates for needs of patients

Refers concerns/issues to appropriate resources

Manages self and resources effectively.

Acknowledges limits of experience and capability

Identifies learning needs and seeks resources

Utilizes equipment and supplies appropriately

Maintain clean, orderly environment of care

Ensures traffic control in "sensitive areas"

Seeks out and accepts feedback

Requests assistance appropriately

Applies leadership skills.

Participates in QC and performance improvement initiatives

Manages conflict

Coordinates workflow among co-workers to maintain adequate coverage for scheduled and non-scheduled exams

Incorporates teaching in delivery of care with a focus on health promotion.

Provides appropriate information to patient

Assesses for barriers to learning

Uses colleagues as a learning resource

Supports the preceptorship program, student rotations and job shadow experiences

Applies knowledge integration skills for the patient population served within unit.

Provides age specific care

Applies knowledge of expected norms in providing care

Applies new data to improve care

Integrates technical, psychological, social, intellectual and physical skills

Demonstrates the unit specific skills requisite for unit/patient population served.

See department and modality specific competencies

Performs duties and functions as a MRI Technologist.

Level II , Extensive knowledge of:

a. MRI safety and prevention of accidents and injuries

b. MRI Safety Zones and

c. Cryogen safety

d. Time Varying Gradient and Radio frequency Magnetic Field Related Issues. Prevention of burns and Nerve stimulation.

Patient Safety, including pre-screening for contra-indications, Implant research and safety

Understands the difference between safe, conditional (also levels of conditional), and unsafe.

Manipulates and alters protocols and techniques accordingly.

Performs MR imaging protocols and modifies technical parameters in order to maximize MR image quality, including alignment with anatomy.

Performs MRI studies according to imaging protocols set forth by the Medical Director

Effectively communicates and explains to patients MRI examinations, relieving the patient about any claustrophobia or anxiety concerns

Participates in the MRI QA program

Competently gains I.V. access and administers I.V. contrast media on a regular basis

Assesses the patient's history and makes the necessary changes in technique and/or positioning to compensate for pathology or other considerations

Selects appropriate coil for requested exam & positions coil to best demonstrate area of interest & to obtain maximum image quality

Obtains optimum MRI imaging throughout the entire region of interest by selecting & applying imaging parameters such as but not limited to: field of view, number of slices, slice thickness and gap, NEX, TR, ET, phase and frequency direction, matrix, phase wrap, Flip/Flop, reconstruction algorithms, saturation bands, speeder parameters, and gating options.

Works in and provides coverage in other modalities/satellites appropriate to credentials, scheduling and department needs.

Completes annual MRI safety training for level II MR Personnel.