MR Technologist-Radiology-Diagnostic

Under the direction of the Director of Diagnostic Imaging, the Specialty Imaging Technologist performs procedures requiring advanced technical skills and designated advanced imaging procedures (MRI). Displays a high understanding of complicated requests from internal and external providers. Ability to work in many different areas providing coverage for Outpatients, Inpatients and the Emergency Department.

• Operates imaging equipment while performing specialty (MRI) procedures
• Demonstrates knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
• Reviews medical record/referral order for patient history and pertinent clinical information.
• Transfers patient’s to imaging table, explains procedures and positions according to imaging protocols.
• Monitor patients’ well-being during exams; recognizes patient discomfort or medical problems and takes appropriate action. Uses proper positioning techniques.
• Guide patients through the sometimes difficult process by kindly talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding the exam process: pre-exam processing, performing the exam, and post-exam documentation.
• Keeps patient schedule and attempts to accommodate add-on patients when requested. Communicates delays or changes in the schedule to the appropriate person(s).
• Demonstrates good judgment when correlating patient history and scanning protocols. Knows when to divert from routine images and/or when to enlist assistance from radiologist to achieve high quality diagnostic images.
• Adheres to safety guidelines and patient safety screening for MRI patients (as applicable)
• Follows all safety procedures including appropriate use of PPE.
• Maintains cleanliness of all rooms and imaging equipment per hospital policy and manufacturer recommendations.
• Utilizes applicable aspects of the Radiology Information System.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.
• Contributes to Radiology Students learning, growth, and advancement by sharing knowledge through hands on learning, constructive feedback and mentoring.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Enhances hospital and departmental reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Serves and protects the hospital community by ensuring adherence to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures in addition to federal, state, and local requirements.

• Registered with the ARRT (MRI)
• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support.
• Licensed by the Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy in the State of New Hampshire.