MRI Technologist Wknd

Position Title:
MRI Technologist Wknd Indian Creek Main, Westwood Medical Pavilion - West
Position Summary / Career Interest:
The Weekend MRI technologist is responsible for producing quality MR images while providing optimal patient care and applying all principles of patient safety. MRI technologists are expected to participate in ongoing training and education relating to positioning, technique, and MRI safety guidelines. MR procedures are performed at multiple locations across the health system; this person shall maintain a patient-centered focus and strive to support the mission, goals, and values of University of Kansas Health System and radiology department. This role requires a minimum of a 12-month commitment and requires completion of an orientation training program.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions:

Demonstrate understanding of human anatomy and physiology; pathology; pharmacology; medical terminology; MR technique; patient positioning for MR.
Prepare patients for procedures and take care of patient needs during examinations or procedures.
Perform venipuncture, manage intravenous access, and administer medications as prescribed.
Select appropriate pulse sequences with consideration of established protocols and other factors that influence data acquisition parameters.
Evaluate medical images for quality and ensure patient identification.
Responsible for adherence to ACR MR safety guidelines such as restricting area access, screening patients and others for MR access, and observing and controlling the MR areas.
Possess MR safety knowledge and research implanted devices - Apply principles of MR safety to minimize risk to patients, self, and others.
Identify and respond to emergency situations.
Perform ongoing quality assurance and educational activities as assigned.
Educate and monitor students and other health care providers.
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical, and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Licensure and Certification:

Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 180 Days OR
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 180 Days.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA).
Radiologic Technician Licensed - State Board of Healing Arts.
Knowledge Requirements:

Computer skills.
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