Role Overview: MRI Technologists perform diagnostic imaging using magnetic resonance technology, preparing patients, selecting appropriate protocols, and ensuring safety and image quality. They assist licensed practitioners in MRI procedures, evaluate images, and manage data transfer and storage.
Key Responsibilities:
- Obtain correct patient information, ensure proper preparation, and document clinical history while maintaining confidentiality.
- Utilize imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and apply ALARA principles to maximize safety and image quality.
- Administer medications via vascular access as prescribed, evaluate image quality, and verify data storage and transfer.
- Educate and monitor students and healthcare providers, and assist with MRI interventional procedures.
- Apply MRI safety principles, participate in safety assessments, and select appropriate pulse sequences based on protocols.
Qualifications & Skills: Certification from ARRT, NMTCB, ARMRIT, or equivalent is required. New graduates must obtain certification prior to employment. A specialty training program in radiologic technology and a related bachelor’s degree are preferred.
Work Environment & Values: The role is performed mainly in a clinical setting, adhering to organizational policies. The employer values kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety, fostering a diverse, collaborative, and inclusive workplace.