Position Summary / Career Interest The MRI technologist is responsible for producing quality MR images while providing optimal patient care and applying all principles of patient safety. MRI technologists are expected to participate in on-going training and education relating to positioning, technique and MRI safety guidelines. MR procedures are performed at multiple locations across the health system; this person shall maintain a patient-centered focus and strive to support the mission, goals and values of University of Kansas Health System and radiology department.
Position Title MRI Technologist
Position Summary / Career Interest The MRI technologist is responsible for producing quality MR images while providing optimal patient care and applying all principles of patient safety. MRI technologists are expected to participate in on-going training and education relating to positioning, technique and MRI safety guidelines. MR procedures are performed at multiple locations across the health system; this person shall maintain a patient-centered focus and strive to support the mission, goals and values of University of Kansas Health System and radiology department.
Note: Schedule/hours is four 10 hour shifts 9:30am-8:00pm
Responsibilities And Essential Job Functions Demonstrate understanding of: human anatomy and physiology; pathology; pharmacology; medical terminology; MR technique; patient positioning for MR
Prepare patients for procedures and take care of patient needs during examinations or procedures
Perform venipuncture, manage intravenous access, and administer medications as prescribed
Select appropriate pulse sequences with consideration of established protocols and other factors that influence data acquisition parameters
Evaluate medical images for quality and to ensure patient identification




Responsible for adherence to ACR MR safety guidelines such as restricting area access, screening patients and others for MR access, and observing and controlling the MR areas
Possess MR safety knowledge and research implanted devices - Apply principles of MR safety to minimize risk to patients, self and others
Identify and respond to emergency situations
Perform ongoing quality assurance and educational activities as assigned
Educate and monitor students and other health care providers
Additional duties as assigned
Other duties may be assigned as required.
Must be able to perform the skilled, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education And Experience Radiologic Technology Graduate AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology or MR Imaging
Preferred Education And Experience High School Graduate
Required Licensure And Certification Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) OR
ARMRIT--MRI Technologist Certification within 180 Days
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) upon Hire
Preferred Licensure And Certification Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Knowledge Requirements Computer Skills
Time Type Full time
Job Requisition ID R-55669
We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.

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