MRI technologist

Job description

To operate MRI scanners, obtaining diagnostic images of specified body part as requested. The technologist must be able to produce quality images to present to the radiologist for interpretation and be able to function independently with minimal supervision. Communication/Customer Service Responsibility: 1. Greets patient by introducing self and asking patient to verify their name and birthdate. 2. Takes pertinent patient history. Reviews order for procedure and any other documentation, current meds, allergy information and completed questionnaire. 3. Explain procedure to the patient and solicits questions to assure understanding. 4. Is proactive in anticipating needs of the patient, keeps patient and family informed of delays, answers questions and responds appropriately to concerns following up on issues or contacting someone who can. 5. Communicates with all customers, co workers, physicians and their office staff in a professional manner respecting differences. Clinical Responsibility: 1. Prepares patient for MRI scans by explaining procedure, screening patients for indwelling material affected by the magnetic field, taking patient pertinent history, starting IV for contrast me...