MRI Technologist: Wed/Thurs/Fri. 8p-6:30a - Kansas City, United States - The University of Kansas Health System

Description

Position TitleMRI Technologist:
Wed/Thurs/Fri. 8p-6:30aBell HospitalPosition Summary /

Career Interest:

The MRI technologist is responsible for producing quality MR images while providing optimal patient care and applying all principles of patient safety.

MRI technologists are expected to participate in on-going training and education relating to positioning, technique and MRI safety guidelines.

MR procedures are performed at multiple locations across the health system; this person shall maintain a patient-centered focus and strive to support the mission, goals and values of University of Kansas Health System and radiology department.

Responsibilities:

Demonstrate understanding of:
human anatomy and physiology; pathology; pharmacology; medical terminology; MR technique; patient positioning for MRPrepare patients for procedures and take care of patient needs during examinations or proceduresPerform venipuncture, manage intravenous access, and administer medications as prescribedSelect appropriate pulse sequences with consideration of established protocols and other factors that influence data acquisition parametersEvaluate medical images for quality and to ensure patient identificationResponsible for adherence to ACR MR safety guidelines such as restricting area access, screening patients and others for MR access, and observing and controlling the MR areasPossess MR safety knowledge and research implanted devices

• Apply principles of MR safety to minimize risk to patients, self and othersIdentify and respond to emergency situationsPerform ongoing quality assurance and educational activities as assignedEducate and monitor students and other health care providersAdditional duties as assigned Other duties may be assigned as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTSRequiredHigh School DiplomaRegistered Radiographer (ARRT)

Graduate AMA approved School of RadiologicTechnology or MR Imaging - MRI Registered (ARRT) within six months of hire dateBLS CertificationAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Computer skillsTime Type:

Part timeJob Requisition ID:R-23813We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.

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