Job Description

OrthoRI is seeking to hire MRI Technologists. Part time and per diem positions available. We offer the opportunity to work with world class physicians and clinicians in a high energy, patient focused, results oriented, state of the art flag ship campus.

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Essential Functions: *
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

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Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: *
Perform high quality MRI procedures in support of patient treatment plans. Candidate must be proficient in using and maintaining Siemens MRI equipment.

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Performance Requirements: *

• Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.
• Ensures operation of radiology equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains MRI supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.
• Prepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols; following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs, such as contrast media, administering first aid, and using the emergency cart.
• Maintains production and quality of studies by following established standards and procedures; observing radiographic results; making necessary adjustments.
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

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Required Education and Experience*
AART/MRI Certification
Any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Job Type: Part-time