_SUMMARY_ Hennepin Healthcare has a current opening for a MRI Technologist I or II in our MRI department. This part-time (0.75 FTE) will work every other Saturday, and Sunday and three week day or evening shifts the other week. The hours for the weekend shifts will be 6:30am to 7:00pm. This position will include a $1.00 an hour weekend (Saturday and Sunday) differential. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible external candidates (contract/temporary workers and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible). Under the direction of the area supervisor, performs patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic/medical imaging diagnosis of patients. _RESPONSIBILITIES - TECH I AND II_ * Performs MRI exams under the order of a licensed medical practitioner * Reviews and verifies MRI exam orders, radiologist’s protocol instructions, and patient identification in accordance with hospital policy to ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient * Assesses patient risk via patient interviews and chart review; alerts nurses and/or physicians to possible contraindications for procedure (e.g. screening for MR conditional / unsafe devices, lab work, allergies, etc.) * Investigates and obtains information from various sources (e.g. device manufacturer) for radiologist to determine whether or not patient may safely undergo MRI exam * Ensures patient is prepared and radiologist-ordered protocols for pre-medications have been completed (e.g. contrast allergy pre-medication) * Assesses patient’s need for care following contrast administration; arranges renal function tests and follow up according to radiologist protocol * Provides education to patient and family members and assesses understanding * Provides for the physical and psychological needs of patients during MRI exams, including monitoring of patient’s oxygen saturation levels when caring for patients with orders for “continuous” O2 sat monitoring; addresses issues according to hospital protocol; assesses patient’s level of pain and notifies nurse / provider as needed * Performs venipuncture for contrast administration, evaluates patency of IV access; administers saline flush per protocol pre/post IV contrast administration * Performs Point-of-Care lab tests for evaluating renal function prior to contrast administration * Prepares and administers oral and/or IV contrast per department protocols as prescribed by a licensed practitioner * Ensure personnel caring for patient follow safety procedures (e.g. MR safety policies/procedures, infection prevention) * Documents clinical and required regulatory information in patient’s electronic chart (e.g. IV documentation, signs / symptoms relevant to exam, contrast administration in MAR); performs order entry / modification / cancelation in accordance with hospital policies * Initiates response to complications and emergencies arising during exams in accordance with MR policies and procedures; requests assistance from nurses, providers, and other personnel as needed * Demonstrates extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology and effects of disease processes; evaluates images, recognizes normal vs. abnormal anatomy and notifies the appropriate Radiologist as needed * Handles and secures medications and equipment in accordance with hospital policies * Utilizes the image management system; acquire, format, manipulate, archives images to the PACS system * Assists patient with completing informed consent form, after provider has completed informed consent discussion with the patient * Implements downtime procedures (manual operations) when computer systems or equipment fails * Maintains equipment and room in proper working condition and trouble-shoots malfunctioning equipment; takes appropriate action to address image quality issues. Performs quality control procedures * Demonstrates and promotes a healthy work environment and good teamwork; makes suggestions for improvements; demonstrates and promotes patient and family-centered care behaviors * Assists in organizing work flow utilizing available staff and rooms * Assists performing exams identified for approved IRB research * Performs various clerical duties and completes additional duties/projects _RESPONSIBILITIES - TECH I ONLY_ * May participate in a training program to learn and become proficient in MRI exams * Participates in departmental continuing education in-services _RESPONSIBILITIES - TECH II ONLY_ * Assists physicians and residents as required with MR-Guided exams/procedures using aseptic technique as needed * Instructs new staff and students in MRI procedures and techniques * Performs competency evaluations for new MRI personnel * Assists with education and training of medical staff (Radiology Residents, Fellows, RPA’s etc.) * Assists in coordinating and participates in departmental continuing education in-services * Provides peer feedback for staff performance evaluations _QUALIFICATIONS - TECH I AND II_ * Completion of a formal educational Radiologic Technology program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the ARRT * Currently certified with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) * Maintains minimum CEU credits as mandated by the ARRT * Possess current CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of employment _QUALIFICATIONS - TECH I ONLY_ * Possess MR certification (ARRT) within 36 months of employment _QUALIFICATIONS - TECH II ONLY_ * Possess MR certification (ARRT) **Title:** *MRI Technologist II* **Location:** *MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus* **Requisition ID:** *242419*