Job Title: MRI Technologist Job Specialty: Imaging Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Evening (Mon-Fri, 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM) Guaranteed Hours: Not specified Experience: Minimum 2 years of MRI experience required License: Certified MRI Technologist or ARRT Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) or BLS Instructor Must-Have: Successful completion of an accredited MRI program or ARRT-R Job Description: - Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs and be dependable, accountable, and cooperative.- Responsible for performing technical procedures independently with judgment, ingenuity, and initiative for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases.- Obtain complete clinical history, gather examination data, and assess for contraindications.- Follow established procedures for administering contrast media safely.- Ensure all studies have proper patient identification and review images for clinically acceptable results.- Respond to emergency situations and provide assistance in all modalities when needed.- Observe patient condition and evaluate when physician intervention is necessary.- Ensure patient privacy and maintain dignity throughout exams/procedures.- Organize schedule, prioritize activities, and follow physicians' instructions.- Demonstrate and understand pre-and-post procedural care, sterile technique, and prep patients for procedures.- Apply supportive and immobilization devices safely and effectively.- Communicate clearly with patients to minimize anxiety and facilitate cooperation using AIDET.- Participate in the orientation and training of departmental employees and complete mandatory education requirements.- Produce acceptable images following established exam protocols and ensure equipment is operational.- Maintain a safe and clean environment in the MRI suite while ensuring equipment calibration.- Transport and position patients for procedures and assist them on/off the procedure table.- Perform clerical and support duties to ensure service continuity and quality.- Keep supervisors informed of responsibilities, problems, or potential issues promptly.- Ensure compliance with standards and perform other duties as assigned.- Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with a variety of customers, including patients, families, co-workers, and physicians.- Be detail-oriented and have the capacity to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.- Function independently while actively participating in a team environment and adhere to hospital policies, protocols, and procedures.