Job Summary: Deliver exceptional healthcare services by performing Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and related procedures to produce detailed sectional anatomic images.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Conduct MRI procedures, ensuring patient clinical history aligns with the exam and documenting all relevant information for licensed practitioners.
• Prepare patients by providing clear instructions to achieve optimal results, ease anxiety, and encourage cooperation.
• Operate MRI equipment and accessories, selecting appropriate scanning parameters and protocols as directed by radiologists.
• Position and immobilize patients comfortably to best capture the area of interest while applying magnet safety principles to protect patients and staff.
• Assist licensed physicians during procedures and attend to patients' physical and psychological needs throughout.
• Perform venipunctures and manage contrast media preparation, administration, and safety monitoring.
• Evaluate image quality, adjust display parameters, and maintain accurate records with proper identification.
• Initiate basic life support when necessary and perform diagnostic radiographic procedures as needed.
• Educate patients and their families about tests and procedures in a compassionate manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area, report equipment issues, and contribute to supply management decisions.
• Provide practical instruction to students and healthcare professionals and participate in quality assessment and improvement initiatives.
• Stay current with sterile techniques, anatomical knowledge, and imaging technology.
• Record patient histories and relevant information accurately in electronic systems.
• Manage imaging media release requests following proper authorization protocols.

This role may require participation in on-call duties to provide technical support outside regular hours, with schedules varying based on staffing needs. All organizational policies regarding on-call and call-in hours will be followed.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Radiographic Technology.
• Proven experience as a radiographer with knowledge sufficient to perform MRI procedures and maintain ongoing education in cross-sectional anatomy.
• Computer proficiency.

Licensure and Certifications:

• State certification as required.
• Registered Technologist (R.T. (R)) credential from ARRT or equivalent.
• ARRT MRI certification (R.T. (MR)) at hire or obtained within two years of employment.

Work Shift: Night shift, part-time, approximately 32 hours weekly.

Location: Serving the Midwest regional area of the United States.