MRI Technologist

Seeking a full time MRI Technologist to join a great team in New Mexico.

Position offers relocation assistance

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Radiology Tech III is responsible for performing diagnostic resonance imaging procedures for patients who require MRI services. S/he follows pain management protocols, and maintains adequate records and supplies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are those tasks, duties, and responsibilities that comprise the means of accomplishing the job s purpose and objectives. Essential functions are critical or fundamental to the performance of the job. They are the major functions for which the person in the job is held accountable.

• Performs diagnostic medical resonance imaging procedures, which include a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative according to patient age, mental, and physical capabilities.
• Assesses patient needs relevant to MRI procedures.
• Reviews safety questionnaire and consistently follows safety standards applicable to MRI.
• Stocks rooms and Department with adequate supplies, and maintains an orderly working area.
• Prints patient film as requested.
• Explains procedures and answers patients questions.
• Maintains adequate records as directed, to ensure safety and proper care of patients and diagnostic quality of images.
• Maintains and records all pertinent information needed to complete patient care for all systems.
• Follows hospital policy regarding pain management and the use of restraints for patients.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of PACS system and MediTech.
• Provides clinical instruction to students and precepts new Techs.
• Additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• Current ARRT certification
• Current New Mexico license
• AHA BLS certification within 3 months of hire

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• One year appropriate MRI experience preferred
• Willingness to cross train in other modalities highly preferred
• Computer proficiency required