Technologist-MRI

Job Summary

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Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

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Required Population Served

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Job Responsibilities

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Job Responsibilities

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  Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.

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  Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.

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  Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.

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  Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.

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  Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

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  Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.

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  Completes assigned goals.

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Specifications

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Experience

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        Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

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6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all MRI competencies at the end of orientation period.

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Education

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      Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

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Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT ( R) required. Registry in  

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging 

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ARRT(MR) preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.

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Training

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      Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

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Special Skills

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      Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

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Basic computer literacy skills.

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Licensure

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      Description                                      Minimum Required                         Preferred/Desired

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                                                                                    ARRT(R);BLS CERTIFICATION      ARRT(MR)

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WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;NEW 

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GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN 

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REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 

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60 DAYS OF HIRE;STATE 

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LICENSE AS REQUIRED

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Reporting Relationships

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Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

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Reporting Relationships

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No

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Work Environment

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Functional Demands

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      Label                          Short Description    Full Description

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      Sedentary                   Very light energy        Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. 

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                                                     level                            cart

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Light

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Moderate energy level

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Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)

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Medium

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High energy level

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Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)

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      Heavy                         Very high energy       Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 

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                                                     level                            200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max 

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assist sit to stand transfer. 

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Functional Demands Rating

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Medium

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Activity Level Throughout Workday

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Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting

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Occasional

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Physical Activity Requirements - Standing

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Continuous

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Physical Activity Requirements - Walking

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Continuous

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Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)

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Occasional

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Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects

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Continuous

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Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull

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Continuous

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Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting

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Continuous

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Physical Activity Requirements - Bending

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Continuous

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Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward

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Continuous

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Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead

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Continuous

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Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl

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Occasional

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Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation

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Continuous

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Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities

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Occasional

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Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion

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Continuous

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Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell

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Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear

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Continuous

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Sensory Requirements

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  Color                          Near Vision               Far Vision                 Depth Perception     Hearing

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Discrimination

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                                                 Accurate                     Accurate                     Moderate

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Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens

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Anticipated

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Environmental Requirements - Chemical

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Anticipated

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Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases

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Anticipated

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Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures

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