MRI Technologist (PRN)- 725005

Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Alamogordo
Posted on: October 25, 2024

Job Description:

Job DescriptionDescription

• Prepares patient for procedures; providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
• Applies principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Selects and operates magnetic resonance imaging system, surface coils, physiologic gating devices, and associated equipment to achieve desired results.
• Positions patient and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.
• Immobilizes patients as required for appropriate examination.
• Selects appropriate pulsing sequences respecting established protocols and other factors influencing date acquisition parameters.
• Understands methods and is capable of performing venipunctures.
• In agreement with state statute and established protocol, administers alimentary and intravenous contrast media as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Verifies informed consent for and assists a licensed practitioner with interventional procedures.
• Practices aseptic techniques when necessary.
• Evaluates images and data for technical quality, manipulates display parameters, and provides a hard copy record of procedures assuring proper identification is evident.
  
  RequirementsEducationRequired: High SchoolLicenses & CertificationsPreferred: L-Magnetic Resonance MRT C-BLS L-Radiography RRT C-ARRT - RT MR ARRT

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