11128 MRI Tech
Performs magnetic resonance imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Reports to: Director of Radiology
FLSA: Non-exempt
Education
Associate’s Degree Preferred; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
Licenses
ARRT Certified; MRI board certification Preferred; Kentucky State Radiation Operators License
Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Essential Functions
- Reviews patient history and physician’s orders.
- Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient’s understanding and cooperation.
- When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
- Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
- Prepares equipment and supplies.
- Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
- Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
- Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.
- Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
Non-Essential Functions
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