MRI Technologist

Company: Reno Orthopedic Center
Job type: Full-time

As an MRI Technologist, you would be crucial to our mission because you help to elevate the patient experience with your expertise. On any given day, you could conduct imaging that guides the patient's care plan or educate the patient on MRI technology.
Be a part of our family and contribute to your community in a real and tangible way. Apply now to be a part of something fantastic!
What would you do as a MRI Technologist?
The MRI Technologist is responsible for obtaining high quality images as requested from medical professionals for use in the development of patient treatment plans. You can expect to regularly:
Operate high field strength magnets and related equipment to produce radiographic images of patients’ specific body parts;
Operate a Magnetic Resonance (MR) scanner to obtain images used by physicians, determine appropriate imaging techniques, and operate console and peripheral hardware;
Screen patients for MR safety, explain the MRI process and address patient concerns prior to performing scanning;
Position patients for MR scans using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with government regulations and ensure patient and staff safety;
Evaluate MR scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of exposure and label appropriately;
Document imaging performed, appropriate charges and other necessary information in patients’ electronic medical records and Patient Archive Communication System (PACS);
Maintain quality control measures in accordance with American College of Radiology guidelines;
Follow quality assurance guidelines including positioning, markers, demographics, and coning to ensure optimal images before releasing image to physician;
Prepare radiology department daily including cleaning, stocking, and sanitizing work areas and equipment.
Requirements
Certifications/Education
MRI Technologist Certification through American Registry of Radiological Technologists;
Knowledge of
MRI and radiology safety procedures and protocols;
HIPAA and OSHA regulations/procedures;
Experience
Using computer systems and applications, including radiology software;
Communicating effectively with patients, physicians, and other medical staff.
Schedule: May include nights and weekends (Saturday). Schedule is based on manager discretion.
Travel: This position may require travel to other clinic locations based on business need. 
Benefits
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