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MRI Technologist - Atrium Health University City FT Nights

Atrium Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245


OverviewJob DetailsShift hours:

Friday, Saturday, Sunday 7p-7:30a

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. In addition to the sign-on bonus, new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement.

Interested in being considered? Please apply and a member of the Talent acquisition team will be in contact with the next steps via email or phone.Atrium Health University City

provides a range of healthcare services in the University City, Mint Hill, North Mecklenburg and Southwest Cabarrus regions in North Carolina. For more than 25 years, we have been a healthcare leader in the community and our staff of physicians and specialists are committed to advanced care for our patients.Job SummaryThe MRI Technologist I perform procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.

Operates MRI Scanners and associated equipment with a high level of proficiency.Essential FunctionsExamines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.

Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam.Properly identify

(Using two patient identifiers)

and assist patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures.Interviews patients for a complete medical history.Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of dictated results.Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols.Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed.Performs basic patient care functions.Performs MRI scanning and assists Physicians/PA during invasive procedures.Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members.Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor.Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease.Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures.Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies.Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion.Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a MRI scan.Maintains knowledge of all MRI safety requirements for both staff and patients while in and around magnetic fields.Physical RequirementsRequires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies.

Occasional standing, walking, and sitting during normal operation.Education, Experience and CertificationsGraduate of an accredited two-year AMA approved program in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology or active enrollment in a ARMRIT or ARRT registry eligible program required. ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology, ARRT or NMTCB for Nuclear Medicine with advanced registry from the ARMRIT or ARRT in MRI required within one year of hire. CPR certification required.

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