Job Title: MRI TECH-HOSP-WP 1(additional compensation added to base rate) Unit: MRI Shift: 0700-1930 Facility: MVHS **The Premier Health Mission** We will build healthier communities with others who share our commitment to provide high-quality, cost-competitive health care services. **The Premier Health Vision** Patients, physicians, and employees will choose Premier Health over any other health care provider in Southwestern Ohio. We will earn their choice, and grow our market leadership by anticipating their needs and exceeding their expectations. § Patients and their families will choose us for our quality outcomes and compassionate care at a competitive price. § Physicians will choose us as collaborative partners for our easy, efficient practice environment and with a shared passion for high-quality medical outcomes. § Our employees will choose us as a great place to work, learn and build a career. **The Premier Health Values** § RESPECT each person’s dignity. § Act with INTEGRITY to do the right thing in all aspects of our responsibilities. § Serve with COMPASSION that embraces each individual’s concerns and hopes. § Commit to EXCELLENCE as measured to the highest level of performance. **Position Summary:** Independently performs magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) utilizing proper techniques and administration of contrast media. Works under their scope of practice and in accordance with certificate/licensure in the administration of medications, operation of equipment, and venipuncture. Coordinates patient flow and the activities of the MRI scanner including MRI safe practices. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of his/her duties in order to maintain equipment in good working condition. May perform procedures in other imaging modalities based on departmental needs. May have on call responsibilities. **Essential Duties & Functions:** 1. Performs MRI procedures of diagnostic quality as ordered by the referring physician and/or radiologist on patients of all ages according to established protocols and evaluates MRI studies for technical image quality. 2. Obtains clinical history and data for correlation with the MRI procedure. 3. Implements screening and safety measures in accordance with prescribed MRI safety standards. Performs daily and weekly QC as required. 4. Prepares and administers contrast media to the patient according to policy. Practices sterile techniques. 5. Assists Radiologist in special procedures and in performing medical treatment during emergency situations. 6. Coordinates patient care with other areas in order to optimize patient time and satisfaction 7. Assesses learning needs and educates patients/families regarding procedures based on individual needs. Thoroughly educates patients about exam. 8. Ensures that all records, files and reports are properly recorded as required, performs clerical duties when necessary, verifies a signed physician order is received and corresponds with the billed procedure. 9. Maintains knowledge of the locations and operation of all emergency equipment in the unit. **Education:** Minimum Level of Education Required: Associates degree **Additional requirements:** + Type of degree: Allied Health + Area of study or major: Medical Imaging Sciences to include additional MRI physics coursework or completed within 6 months of hire **Licensure/Certification/Registration:** + CPR Certification required within 30 days of hire + MRI registry preferred + ODH licensure preferred + ARRT RT (R) or ARMRIT registry required **Experience:** Minimum Level of Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience Preferred experience: One year MRI experience preferred **Knowledge/Skills:** + Cross-sectional anatomy + American College of Radiology (ACR) MRI Safe Practice Guidelines + Proficient in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) + Proficient in Radiology Information System (RIS) and Image Storage + Knowledge of advanced MRI computer applications