MRI Technologist
Requisition # 19005186 Apply Now- Performs routine and specialized duties related to MRI imaging of patients and research subjects (human, canine, porcine) according to standard and research protocols and SOPs.
- Demonstrates analytical abilities to identify and review problem situations, high level of responsibility and independence, flexibility with working hours (including evenings and weekends) to accommodate departmental needs.
- Maintains equipment, supplies, and work area in accordance with departmental guidelines and expectations; includes imaging QA and minor troubleshooting.
- Maintains accurate, comprehensive, and timely documentation of all activities.
- Performs computer processing of acquired imaging; demonstrates and maintains working knowledge of imaging processing and software/hardware components.
- Performs IV placement, administers contrast agents, provides other patient care duties within scope of license.
- Coordinates studies by retrieving and processing requisitions and data, reviews requests for pertinent information and obtains patient history as needed.
- Demonstrates ability to recognize serious health emergencies and responds with appropriate action, is aware of contraindications of testing.
- Demonstrates professional maturity in all interactions with patients, research subjects, and staff.
- Performs research duties (e.g., protocol planning/development, scanning, completing forms, informed consent, etc.) according to good clinical practices (GCP),regulations, institutional policies, and IRB/HIPAA.
- Additional job duties as needed.
- Graduated from accredited program with a minimum of four (4) years of experience in a senior capacity in an acute care setting.
- A valid State of California certification
- ARRT(R), ARRT (N) or CNMT
- American Heart Association BLS certification
- Venipuncture (section specific) and any other job related certifications.
- Ultrasound and Vascular Technologist must have a valid ARDMS/RVT certification.
- Five (5) years of experience in an acute clinical setting, cardiac and MR spectroscopy experience preferred.
- Ability to demonstrate highly developed knowledge of general objectives in MR methodologies and applications, equipment, human anatomy and physiology, computer skills and current experience in a hospital environment.
- Must be well-versed in all QA/QC applications.
- Must have strong interpersonal, organizational and multi-tasking skills, and full command (verbal and written) of the English language.
- Physical ability and perceptive acuity, to satisfactorily perform all direct and indirect patient care functions.
- Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with peers, patients, physicians and other customers of the medical center.
- Frequent sitting and standing; occasional walking and bending; occasional lifting of materials up to 25 pounds for distances to 10 feet.
- Responsiveness to auditory alarms and communication devices including: telephones, beepers, fire alarms, mechanical failure alarms.
- Visual acuity including color differentiation.
- Sufficient mobility to access equipment, subjects and other customers.
- Daily functions may include incidental exposure to hazards associated with exposure to radiation and magnetic fields.
- May be exposed to blood borne pathogens and hazardous materials.
- Some functions may require use of protective gear: lead aprons, gloves, face and syringe shields.
- Repetitive hand motions.
- Computer work contributing to eye strain and back fatigue.
- Working Title: MRI Technologist
- Department: BMS - Administrative Effort
- Business Entity: Academic / Research
- City: Los Angeles
- Job Category: Imaging
- Job Specialty: Diagnostic Imaging
- Position Type: Full-time
- Shift Length: 10 hour shift
- Shift Type: Full-time
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