Research MRI Technologist Assistant-1

Overview

15-20 hours a week, 2 to 3 days a week, Monday-Friday, 4p-10p

Job Description Summary

Assists MRI technologists in preparing patients for procedures which may include positioning patients, and operating imaging equipment. Assists MRI department in performing Research Only MRI examinations.

Essential Job Functions

• Prepares patients for MRI procedures by explaining the process and positioning them correctly
• Operates and maintains MRI equipment, ensuring it is in good working condition to produce non-clinical imaging
• Assists in scheduling and clerical duties related to research-based imaging procedures
• Assists MRI technologists in performing diagnostic and research imaging procedures.
• Monitors patients during procedures to ensure their safety and comfort.
• Maintains patient records and ensures that all necessary information is accurately documented and stored.
• Follows safety protocols to mitigate MRI safety risks to patients and staff.
• Collaborates with physicians, technologists, research staff and other healthcare professionals to maintain research records and provide quality research imaging.

Education Requirement

• High School graduate or equivalent, required.
• Current student of an accredited Radiologic Technology or Magnetic Resonance Imaging program OR documented prior experience performing research MRI scans, required.

• Certifications
• CPR certification, required.

Skills

• Ability to learn new procedures, follow instructions, and establish professional rapport with patients, staff, and physicians.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Attentive to fine detail

Experience

Three scholastic quarters of experience as a student radiographer, or prior research MRI scanning experience, preferred.

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"