Travel MRI Technologist - $2,661 per week Job Listing at Atrium Health - 1000 Blythe Blvd. in Charlotte, NC (Job ID 5750593-2024-10-25)

Description

Certification Details
• Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols.
• Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.

Job Details
• The MRI Technologist I perform procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
• Operates MRI Scanners and associated equipment with a high level of proficiency.
• This equipment includes scanner, post processing stations/programs, IV contrast injectors, O2 and suction equipment, patient transport and patient monitoring equipment.

Job Requirements
• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
• Properly identify (Using two patient identifiers) and assist patients.
• Prepares patients for the procedure with a full explanation and documents on appropriate worksheets.
• Interviews patients for a complete medical history.
• Reviews in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMR's to obtain pertinent clinical history.
• Correlates other test results and laboratory data with exam being performed.
• Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols.
• Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed.
• Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as instructed.
• Performs basic patient care functions.
• Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary.
• Assists in “code blue” procedures during medical emergencies.
• Performs MRI scanning and assists Physicians/PA during invasive procedures.
• Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary supplies.
• Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
• Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members.
• Follows appropriate radiation safety standards

Additional Details
• Physical Requirements: Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies.
• Occasional standing, walking, and sitting during normal operation.
• Frequently may be required to stretch, bend twist, squat or kneel in the daily operation of the MRI department.
• May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the day such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, being near moving equipment.
• Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation.