MRI Technologist Job Description
MRI technologist
provides assurance and information regarding MRI to curious individuals; maintains overall comprehensive knowledge of science of nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
MRI Technologist Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective MRI technologist job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included MRI technologist job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Track patients in radiology information systems
Complete exams in information systems
Scan pertinent documents and document information relevant to study/scan
Must be proficient in all areas of MR and IV starts
Must be able to work in a high volume department self motivator
Injects patients using aseptic technique
Perform routine back-up, transfer, archive and retrieval of imaging studies and maintain all necessary records and reports in a correct, timely, and efficient manner create and evaluate softcopy and hardcopy production as needed
Establish intravenous access
Perform high quality MRI exams on incoming clients
Monitor client’s well-being during exams
MRI Technologist Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for MRI Technologist
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CPR, BLS, ARRT, MRI, CRT, BCLS
Education for MRI Technologist
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the MRI technologist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and High School Degree in Education, Radiologic Technology, Technical, Radiology, Associates, Graduate, Patient Care, Physiology, Anatomy, Medical Terminology
Skills for MRI Technologist
Desired skills for MRI technologist include:
Protocols in performing complex MRI procedures
Methods
Magnetic resonance imaging techniques
NCSRT CME requirements
State-of-the-art technology and meets ARRT
Cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes
MRI equipment and protocols
Cross-sectional anatomy
Cross-sectional anatomy and MR pathology
Biohazards and of cryogens
Desired experience for MRI technologist includes:
Producing high quality diagnostic images
Trains new technologist and/or PC's
MR Registry preferred
Years of MRI experience preferred
Ability to work at several locations required
Operates imaging and related equipment to provide high quality diagnostic
MRI Technologist Examples
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MRI Technologist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a MRI technologist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for MRI technologist
- Assist radiologists in exams and procedures to obtain a diagnosis or therapeutic procedure
- Work in a team-oriented environment in the Diagnostic Imaging department
- Operate MRI generating and related equipment to provide patient care and assist in diagnoses
- Transfer images to PACS and verifies the action
- Initiates intravenous access for the administration of contrast and/or radio pharmaceutical isotopes
- Accurately provide diagnostic images and related functions
- Perform procedures in a manner which allows patients to be comfortable
- Work closely with the Radiologist
- Work quickly and efficiently to keep patient flow up to standard
- Present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
Qualifications for MRI technologist
- A minimum of 1 year of MR experience in high volume environments required
- Technical proficiency operating GE 1.5T or other designated vendor scanning equipment
- Proficiency running advanced MR studies independently
- ARRT (R) or ARRT (R)(MR) and state license
- Ability to work at several locations
- A minimum of 1 year of MR experience in high volume environments preferred
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MRI Technologist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of MRI technologist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for MRI technologist
- Trains new hires and conducts ongoing reviews on clinical competencies
- Assists with day to day unit operational issues
- Works with team and customer on protocol development and review
- Under the direction of the Imaging Director, and the medical direction of the radiologists, perform all phases of cross sectional imaging
- Scheduling, transporting patients, ordering supplies, inventory, cleaning, and anything deemed necessary by the Medical Imaging Management Team
- Technologist is responsible for the Protection patients and staff from the magnetic field, including but not limited to all safety measures
- Job may include direct supervision of students at the discretion of the area supervisor
- Employee must have the same licensure or have completed the same training to satisfy the requirements of the discipline of the student
- Direct supervision means the primary caregiver is readily available to the student throughout the shift
- Responsible for patient safety including pre-screening for contraindications, aseptic injection technique, and radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with radioactive materials/patients
Qualifications for MRI technologist
- A minimum of 2 years of MR experience in high volume environments required
- 2+ years of experience as an MRI Technologist
- ARRT (MR)
- ARRT (R) ARRT (MR)
- ARRT (R) (MR)
- MR Registry required
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MRI Technologist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of MRI technologist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for MRI technologist
- Keeps MR exam rooms and dressing booths clean and properly stocked with supplies
- Follows all safety procedures for self, patients, visitors, and equipment
- Educates new staff and students of any teaching institutions about the dangers of the MR environment and appropriate safety precautions
- Understands and uses the imaging parameters and technical adjustments available on the equipment in order to produce high quality images
- Screens patients for contraindications for the use of gadolinium contrast material
- Completes all paperwork and exam reports associated with technical procedures in a timely manner
- Handles delicate and unexpected situations in a supportive and empathetic manner (“good bedside manners”) while maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding exam outcomes or potential issues
- Provides films and/or CDs as requested by the patient or referring physician
- Conducts and documents daily, weekly and monthly QC and ACR testing
- Guides patients through a sometimes difficult process by kindly talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process
Qualifications for MRI technologist
- Current Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification in Washington State
- 1 year in MRI scanning and the ability to multitask, work well independently, or team
- Experience with GE 1.5T and 3T is preferred
- Delaware State Radiation License required
- ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT as allowable by contract in lieu of ARRT required
- Currently licensed in MRI through an accrediting bureau (ARRT)
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MRI Technologist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a MRI technologist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for MRI technologist
- Patient Care.Maintain accountability for timely and proper service to patients throughout the MRI area
- Screen and Change MRI patients (Outpatients, Inpatients, and ER)
- Perform wide variety of MRI procedures maintaining high image quality according to department, hospital, and national standards
- Be responsible for accurately preparing and completing records, daily quality assurance logs and quality improvement data in accordance with regulatory, hospital and department standards
- Calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot MRI scanner, monitoring equipment, injector and workstation
- Effectively communicate with physicians, nurses and other members of the team concerning patient status, diagnosis, and related information
- Comply with department and hospital magnetic safety standards
- Perform high quality radiologic, CT and Fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients
- Greets patients and other visitors
- Screens and handles any calls and/or correspondence for requests for materials, records, patient appointment, ensuring HIPPA guidelines are followed
Qualifications for MRI technologist
- One year experience in the MRI department
- Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N) required
- 1-2 years PET imaging experience or 1-2 years experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies required
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and to utilize the principles, theories, practices and techniques of basic and advanced magnetic resonance imaging including clinical exams, physics, magnetic field safety, cross sectional anatomy and patient care
- Must have current ARRT(R) certification with State License in Diagnostic Radiologic Technology (CRT), or ARMRIT certification
- Must have training and certification in venipuncture for the injection of contrast media via butterfly needle and IV catheter
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MRI Technologist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of MRI technologist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for MRI technologist
- Produces, processes and maintains required documentation and reports such as productivity/utilization, medical records, customer surveys, audits, financial reports, staff certifications/licenses
- Schedules management appointments, meetings, conferences
- Assists in orienting new office staff
- May lead work of other clerical or administrative support personnel on a project basis, as assigned, or as necessary to ensure smooth office work flow
- Maintains office equipment (copier, fax, ), ensures par levels of office supplies and maintains disposition of clinical materials as required by regulatory agencies
- Position patient by attaching or adjusting immobilized
- Communicates and interacts with patients with consideration for varying degrees of illness in order to elicit the necessary clinical history and to ensure patient understanding and cooperation
- Notifies Radiologist of critical MRI exams that require immediate interpretation
- May perform duties of Radiology Technologist as assigned or required
- Completes daily calibrations and warm-up procedures in order to ensure optimal image and quality and to ensure that the MRI scanner is operating in accordance with the equipment manufacturer's specifications
Qualifications for MRI technologist
- ARRT(R) registry required upon hire
- ARRT(MR) advanced registry required within 6 months of employment as a MRI technologist
- Minimum 1 year MRI experience
- Venipuncture Certification required at time of hire
- Current (ARRT) (R) (MR) registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or ARRT (R) and ARRT (MR) registry eligible
- Must attain ARRT (MR) certification within six months of hire date