Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI)

Quick Facts

• Full-time, 40 hours/week; Monday–Friday schedule with participation in on-call rotation
• Role: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist specializing in MRI

Description

Performs and supports complex MRI examinations in a Diagnostic Imaging Service. Prepares the MRI magnet and system for daily operation, ensures MRI safety/compliance of equipment, and programs technical MRI factors (pulse sequences, slice profiles, run-offs, and cardiac imaging parameters). Positions and monitors patients throughout exams, performs IV insertion and contrast administration under radiologist/physician guidance, and monitors scan computations to obtain optimal diagnostic images.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bring MRI system up for daily operation; check self-calibrating parameters
• Maintain workstation cleanliness and required supplies; report shortages and equipment failures
• Follow departmental patient safety guidelines
• Monitor items entering the MRI environment to ensure they are MRI-safe or MRI-compatible
• Identify administrative, clinical, or mechanical problems and define solutions
• Perform assigned duties with no supervision during irregular hours to ensure adequate patient exams
• Advise the radiologist when examinations require immediate attention during ongoing scanning
• Practice sterile technique to prevent contamination
• Program technical MRI factors: pulse sequences, slice profiles, run-offs, and cardiac imaging
• Position and immobilize patients; select appropriate technical factors per patient
• Insert IVs; prepare and administer IV contrast agents under radiologist/physician guidance
• Explain procedures, monitor patients during all examination phases, and document exam information
• Check scan computations, performance, and results to obtain best diagnostic data and images
• Coordinate daily schedules and consult with physicians and clinical/administrative staff
• Maintain inventory and replenish lab/medical/computer supplies

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular salary increases
• Paid time off: 37–50 days per year (annual leave, sick leave, and paid federal holidays)
• Parental leave: up to 12 weeks paid after 12 months of employment
• Child care subsidy eligibility after 60 days (based on income and other eligibility factors)
• Retirement: federal pension and 401K with up to 5% employer contributions
• Insurance: health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many programs carry into retirement)