MRI Technologist

Summary

Job Description:

Baptist Health Medical Group

MRI Tech

Orthopedics

New Albany, Indiana

Full Time/First Shift

The MRI Technologist in the Orthopedic Department will serve primarily as the MR Safety Officer (MRSO), ensuring the highest level of patient and staff safety related to magnetic resonance imaging. This role is responsible for patien prescreening, implant verification, and safety documentation in EPIC, as well as advising MRI technologists and radiologists on appropriate scanning parameters and protocols. The technologist will also oversee the pacemaker

clearance and management process for MRI patients.

Essential Duties:

• Prescreens all patients, documenting screening and implant information in EPIC.
• Investigates and clarifies all implants to ensure proper MRI compatibility and safety.
• Advises technologists and radiologists on scanning parameter modifications based on implant safety conditions.
• Acts as a resource for all staff on all aspects of MRI safety, ensuring compliance with ACR and institutional safety
• standards.
• Completes quality control (QC) procedures on all assigned equipment. Performs daily QC for designated MRI rooms.
• Orders and restocks supplies and linens as needed to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Reports all equipment malfunctions promptly to the appropriate personnel, including the Team Leader, Coordinator,
• and Service Manager.
• Verifies patient identification using two identifiers (name and DOB/ID number).
• Reviews and verifies exam orders in the chart for accuracy and completeness.
• Follows all departmental protocols for MRI exams, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Continuously monitors the patient during the exam for safety and comfort.
• Assists the radiologist during exams when necessary, ensuring efficient patient flow and care.

Minimum Education and education required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associates degree from an accredited school of Radiology Technology
• One year of experience preferred.

MRI Tech, Medical Radiology, Radiology Technology

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.