MRI Technologist - Weekend Days

Job description

Position Title MRI Technologist - Weekend Days Weekend Days - Part Time: Westwood Medical Pavilion - West: Position Summary / Career Interest: Shift: Weekend Days - Saturday - Sunday - 6:30am - 7pm 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. 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 protoc...