MRI Technologist - Contrast IV

Job Description

Operates Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment, prepares patients for examination, and captures appropriate imaging and information for Physician review and diagnosis.

Job Responsibility

1.Prepares patient for examination.
Explains procedure in layman terms to relieve any potential anxiety.
Performs thorough screening of patients prior to procedure. Ensures no metal objects accompany patient into procedure room.
Ensures required consent forms have been obtained.
Positions patient on exam table within gantry. Utilizes position aids to improve patient comfort and image clarity.
2.Sets up equipment to administer proper procedure in a timely fashion.
Calculates number of scans to be obtained, ensuring required images are obtained according to Radiologist order.
Adjusts MRI equipment to capture appropriate field of view, slice thickness, pulse sequence, etc. In collaboration with Radiologist, extends parameters within established imaging protocols, if needed.
3.Administers intravenous (IV) and oral contrast agents according to Radiologist order.
Explains the administration of IV contrast to patient.
Confirms there are no contraindications to administration of IV contrast agent.
Completes IV Contrast Information Sheet with information provided by  patient, family member or health care proxy.
Calculates contrast dose based on patient’s weight. 
Performs venipuncture of appropriate gauge necessary for examination.
Utilizes appropriate flush technique for existing IV line, if needed, and utilizes power injector to administer IV contrast.
Recognizes, reports and assists in treatment of potential fainting, discoloration, contrast agent reactions and IV extravasations.
4.Performs MRI procedures to include: abdominal, thoracic, neurological exams, extremities, sub-periosteal implant planning, radiation therapy treatment planning, biopsies etc.
5.Transmits cases to Radiologist through teleradiology system.
6.Performs minor repairs and frequent calibration checks and adjusts equipment, as appropriate.
7.Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

Vocational or Technical school Diploma, required.
Current license to practice as a Radiology Technologist in New York State, required.
Certification in IV Contrast Administration, required within six (6) months of entry date into position.
Current ARRT Radiology registration, required.
ARRT registration in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), required within eighteen (18) months of entry date into position.
Basic Cardiac Life Support certification, required.
1-3 years of technical experience, required.

Hospital experience, preferred. 

*Additional Salary Detail 
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).