MRI Technologist

Job Highlights

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Responsibilities

• Performs MRI procedures ensuring an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards of Medical Imaging.
• Exhibits competency in performing MRI procedures.
• Evaluates the finished images to ensure appropriate identification and image quality are being submitted to the radiologists.
• Ensures patient comfort and safety to maintain quality care during the procedure.
• Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing.
• Maintains working knowledge of equipment to function on both high field and low field magnet.
• Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation including hardware and software.
• Performs reasonable trouble shooting and checks equipment for general safety.
• Knows terminology or jargon of all magnet strengths.
• Performs support functions of the MRI/Medical Imaging Department.
• Promptly prepares images/paperwork to ensure timely turnaround of the exams.
• Transport patients to and from the department as required.
• Promptly and accurately enters patient information into the HIS system.
• Coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient patient care.
• Ensures safe environment by monitoring people who come within zone 3 & 4.
• Demonstrates a practical problem solving approach to patient moving and handling issues.
• Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment.
• Assumes responsibility for training fellow technologists and students.
• Assists Lead Technologist in teaching MRI procedures to coworkers/students.

About CARLE

Carle Health is a healthcare organization operating in Illinois, offering a wide range of services including clinical care, health insurance, research, and academics. They have a team of nearly 16,500 members providing high-quality care through eight hospitals, physician group practices, health insurance plans, and medical education institutions, with a focus on innovation, diversity, and community impact.