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Cleveland Clinic
MRI Technologist I
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An MRI Technician or Technologist performs MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) or CT (computerized tomography) scans to diagnose medical conditions. Operates equipment used in scans and assists with analyzing the results. Works in healthcare facilities or diagnostic laboratories in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare specialists.
$74,360 / year median in Ohio
Job Description
Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General's Green Health and Wellness Center and become part of a top healthcare system in Akron. This patient-friendly facility offers a variety of primary care, emergency care and specialty services along with Lifestyles, a medically based fitness program and facility. As an MRI Technologist, you will perform routine MRI exams and procedures on patients of all ages, health backgrounds, and conditions. You will ensure they feel comfortable, safe, and properly informed throughout the entire process, helping facilitate a welcoming and supportive experience. In this role, you have access to a unique avenue in which to enhance your skills using the latest technologies and leave a positive lasting impression on patients every day. A PRN caregiver in this position works varying hours, as needed . A caregiver who excels in this role will: Prepare and check patients prior to MRI procedure. Acquire and review patient questionnaire , chart and data/ requisition to determine contraindication of having MRI examination . Verify and validate the patient screening safety form. Perform MRI procedures required per protocol and perform daily QA. Perform venipunctures. Educate patients regarding MRI procedures, equipment and exams. Ensure patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam. Assist with scheduling patients. Administer proper contrast related to patient having MRI exam . Acquire , archive, transmit and print images via PACS. Complete after- hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork . Immediately report any malfunctions, observe potential equipment dysfunctions and report problems or call for service. Maintain available equipment up-time at the highest level for patient accessibility. Process billing via RIS. Potentially rotate through all imaging modalities, sites, and/or locations. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or graduate of an accredited institution per the primary pathway of the ARRT Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT), or R.T.(S)(ARRT), or R.T.(T)(ARRT), in good standing OR Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(N) (ARRT) in good standing OR Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board. ARDMS and NMTCB are primary pathways Certification in