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MRI Technologist - Part Time |
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Elkhart, Indiana United States |
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Last Updated:
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8/7/2008 |
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Employee |
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Job Code:
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7481 |
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Responsible for performance of all patient imaging procedures and all patient safety protocols. Functions as the first line interface with customer accounts in the successful accomplishment of their imaging needs.
Interviews patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures and to request removal of metal objects which are hazardous to patient and equipment when magnet is activated.
Positions patient on examining table and places specified coil (receiver) such as head coil or knee coil, close to area of interest, following protocols requested by Radiologist, demonstrates use of microphone that allows patient and technologist to communicate during examination and enters data such as patient history, anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position of entry into aperture of magnetic resonance imaging equipment (head or feet first), into computer.
Keys commands to specify scan sequences, and adjust transmitters and receivers, into computer, observes patient through window of control room and on closed circuit TV screen to monitor patient safety and comfort and views images of area being scanned on video display screen to ensure quality of pictures.
Keys in data on keyboard of camera to photograph images and alerts staff entering magnet room to danger of wearing or carrying metal around magnet.
| | Qualifications: | Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficiency with most major MRI/CT equipment manufacturer's hardware and software (GE,Siemens,Picker,Phillips/Hitachi).
ARRT Certification in MRI required. |
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Alliance Imaging is the nation's leading provider of innovative, medical-imaging solutions for healthcare facilities: Mobile MRI, Open MRI, PET, CT, and Nuclear Medicine.
We are a customer-focused organization, whose work environment characterized by quality, integrity, ethics, respect, teamwork and accountability. We believe that, by living our mission and values every day, Alliance Imaging will become the recognized leader in medical imaging - setting the standard in the industry. Our team members are passionate about their work. If you are too, we encourage you to explore the opportunities available with Alliance Imaging.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace. High Quality Clinical Care |
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John DeCristoforo |
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100 Bayview Circle
Newport Beach, California
United States |
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