PRN MR Technologist

RAYUS Radiology, formerly Center for Diagnostic Imaging and Insight Imaging, is looking for an MRI Technologist to join our team. As an MRI Technologist, you will operate MRI scanners to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes as well as provide leadership and technical support to MRI services, assuring that services are provided within professional standards and with excellent customer service. MRI Technologists remain self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve.

This is a per diem position and will be scheduled to cover time off. This position is located at our DeSoto, TX location.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(80%) Patient Imaging

• Performs routine and advanced MRI procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats
• Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contraindications pertaining to the examination
• Prepares patients for MRI procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure and positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately scanned
• Adjusts scan parameters correctly and as needed
• Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologists, referring offices and other associates and peers
• Converses with doctors, nurses, patients and family members as required
• Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect themselves, patients, and coworkers
• Maintains accurate patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
• Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers
• Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements

(15%) Department Support

• Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use
• Assists with maintaining an updated MRI protocol manual and software upgrades
• Monitors medical supply inventory
• Assists with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise

(5%) Performs other duties as assigned

Required:

• ARRT registered technologist, current and in good standing
• ARRT advanced MR certification
• Graduate of the American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Training and experience sufficient to competently perform MR and/or radiographic procedures independently

Preferred:

• Bilingual