MRI TECHNOLOGIST
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Sparrow
Lansing, MI, US
Summary
Perform MRI scans and research protocols under the guidance of a radiologist to improve patient care. Responsibilities include screening patients for contraindications, preparing equipment, and maintaining a safe clinical environment.
Job Description
Job Opportunity
Job ID: 53954
Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: To
Description:
Positions Location: Lansing, MI
Job Description
General Purpose of Job:
To demonstrate a high degree of related technical competence in assessing the patient diagnosis and the requested MRI exam. Under the guidance of a radiologist, performs MR scans to improve quality patient care.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- Prepare patients for MRI exams by interviewing, screening for contraindications to MRI and explaining the MRI procedure. Prepare the necessary materials and the MRI scanner for the procedure.
- Perform routine MRI procedures as well as research protocol development procedures directed by the Radiologists by using correct protocols, coils, and patient safety techniques.
- Trained in proper method of injecting contrast media and the potential risks associated with this process.
- Ability to film and use archive equipment using appropriate formats and techniques.
- Provide radiologists with all information needed for interpretation of the procedure.
- Maintain department and patient records as required.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment in compliance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
- Maintain medical supplies at adequate levels.
- Participates in Continuing Education opportunities and maintains certification.
- Demonstrates Basic Life Support Skills
- All other job-related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
| General Requirements | • ARRT MR registered |
| Work Experience | •Experience in MRI preferred |
| Education | • Graduate of an MRI program • Minimum of AHA Heart Saver certification or BLS required. |
| Specialized Knowledge and Skills | • Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to handle stressful situations. • Ability to focus and maintain a high degree of accuracy while performing a wide variety of MRI studies. • Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job. |
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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Job Family
Radiology/Imaging
Requirements:
| Shift | Variable |
| Degree Type / Education Level | Associate |
| Status | Per Diem |
| Facility | Sparrow Hospital |
| Experience Level | New Grad |
As Mid-Michigan’s premier healthcare organization and the region’s largest private employer, University of Michigan Health-Sparrow provides quality care to hundreds of thousands of people each year. With 526 providers at 115 sites of care across the region, Sparrow is your community health partner in Mid-Michigan, no matter what town or county you call home.
Our mission is to provide the best possible care to every patient, every time. What does that mean?
It means we bring critical care to rural communities. We keep your kids healthy at our primary care practices. We help you get active at our fitness and recreation centers in Lansing and Charlotte. We provide world-class care to patients fighting cancer at the flagship Herbert-Herman Cancer Center and deliver the most advanced treatment for a healthy heart at the Thoracic Cardiovascular Institute. We welcome your new little ones into the world at the Mother Baby Center, where we deliver 4,000 babies a year. And we provide the best emergency care in Mid-Michigan as the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center.
We’re committed to providing the best care for patients like you — and your family and friends in Mid-Michigan — because supporting the health of our community is what matters to us most.
Founded
1896
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Lansing, Michigan
As Mid-Michigan’s premier healthcare organization and the region’s largest private employer, University of Michigan Health-Sparrow provides quality care to hundreds of thousands of people each year. With 526 providers at 115 sites of care across the region, Sparrow is your community health partner in Mid-Michigan, no matter what town or county you call home.
Our mission is to provide the best possible care to every patient, every time. What does that mean?
It means we bring critical care to rural communities. We keep your kids healthy at our primary care practices. We help you get active at our fitness and recreation centers in Lansing and Charlotte. We provide world-class care to patients fighting cancer at the flagship Herbert-Herman Cancer Center and deliver the most advanced treatment for a healthy heart at the Thoracic Cardiovascular Institute. We welcome your new little ones into the world at the Mother Baby Center, where we deliver 4,000 babies a year. And we provide the best emergency care in Mid-Michigan as the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center.
We’re committed to providing the best care for patients like you — and your family and friends in Mid-Michigan — because supporting the health of our community is what matters to us most.
Founded
1896
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Lansing, Michigan
