Salinas Valley Health Clinics

SUMMARY

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (MRI) will provide patient services by operating MRI equipment, apply principles of magnetic resonance imaging protection and evaluate studies for technical quality, exercise professional judgment in the performance of procedures, and provide patient care essential to the MRI procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Includes but not limited to the following:

• Setting up and operating MRI equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions
• Minimizes risk to patient and staff by practicing MRI Safety Screening for every person who is allowed into the MRI Exam Room
• Prepares patients for MRI procedures by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; understanding the risks of SAR and adjusting technological factors of the machine to ensure patient exposure is at an acceptable level; adjust exam protocols for patient image quality
• Protects patient, self, and other staff from hazards. Takes images following established procedures for patient care and safety; processes image. Checks images for clarity of image, retaking when needed. Distributes studies to appropriate medical staff
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient records
• Ensures operation of MRI equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories
• Maintains required records including patient records, daily log books, and monthly reports

• Maintain MRI supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies

• Performs quality control checks to assure MRI unit meets standards and certifications required by laws, rules, and departmental policies. Complies with safety standards

• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions

• Maintain license, and continuing education requirements by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; participating in professional societies
• Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director or Practice Administrator

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent, and completion of an accredited Magnetic Resonance Imaging program required
• National registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Current CPR certification for health care providers
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an MRI Technologist in a comparable environment
• IV Credentialed if applicable

PREFERRED

Bilingual may be required at certain clinics or during certain shifts.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salinas Valley Health Clinics requires you to prove that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated. In addition, new hires must prove that they have received a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccination if eligible or must receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccination within 15 days after becoming eligible.