About this role
MRI Technologist F/T (UAMS Health Benton/Bryant)
Summary of Job Duties: The MRI Technologist at UAMS Health Benton/Bryant produces quality MRI images as ordered by treating physician. Communicates with patients, coworkers and physicians through written and verbal forms of communication. Complete the required continuing education to stay abreast of new procedures as they are introduced. Interacts with patients and family members during the entire procedure from prep to completion of the study.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School diploma or formal educational equivalent.
- Graduate of a Radiological Technology program
- Registry eligible or Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.
Preferred Qualifications:
- An Arkansas Radiologic Technologist License.
- MRI Advanced Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.
Responsibilities
- Operates MRI scanners to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
- Follows physician orders and imaging protocols.
- Ensures images are accurate enough for radiologist interpretation.
- Explains procedures and answer patient questions before scanning.
- Positions patients correctly for imaging.
- Monitors patients throughout the MRI exam.
- Supports anxious or uncomfortable patients.
- Communicates clearly with patients and family members during the entire process.
- Administers MRI contrast agents according to protocol and physician direction.
- Monitors for adverse reactions Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
- Records imaging data and scan parameters.
- Assists with MRI scheduling and workflow coordination.
- Follows MRI safety regulations and departmental policies.
- Ensures only approved equipment and personnel enter MRI zones.
- Maintains patient confidentiality and regulatory compliance.
- Verifies MRI equipment is functioning properly.
- Assists with quality assurance testing and scanner calibration.
- Communicates patient concerns and exam findings appropriately.
- Helps maintain MRI supplies and inventory.
- Serves as a point of contact when leadership is unavailable.
- Participates in continuing education and training on new imaging procedures.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
- The employee is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures.
- The employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
- Constant physical activities: Lifting; Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding; Pulling; Pushing; Repetitive Motion; Sharps; Talking
- Frequent physical activities: Kneeling; Reaching; Sitting
- Occasional physical activities: Stooping
Salary Information:
- Commensurate with education and experience
Benefits Eligible:
- Yes