MRI Technologist - MRI - PRN - Varies
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Detroit, MI, US
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Henry Ford Health is a respected academic medical center providing comprehensive healthcare services across Michigan.
Summary:
The applicant will operate an MRI scanner to produce diagnostic images while managing patient care and safety. A high school diploma or equivalent and relevant certifications are required.
Job Description:
Location: Henry Ford St. John Hospital 22101 Moross Rd Detroit, MI 48236
Shift: PRN, hours and shift will vary depending on needs of the department
Operate a scanner to obtain images used to diagnose and treat of pathologies. - Prepare and position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately to produce cross-sectional images of the body. - Perform patient pre-screening, scheduling, and education related to the examination. - Enter and monitor patient data, transfer images from disk to magnetic media to produce the transparency, and develop film in an automatic processor. - Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines. - Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history). - Ensure equipment is properly functioning. Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. - Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. No additional preferences.
CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- One or more of the following required:
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
- Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
- Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
