Chief MRI Technologist jobs in Florence, AL

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities*:

• Perform MRI procedures at a tech level in accordance with protocols
• Maintain proper quality control procedures
• Answering patient questions about the procedure
• Adjusting equipment as needed to produce high-quality images
• Evaluating images to make sure they meet the ordering provider’s requirements
• Must have knowledge of regulatory requirements relating to MRI exams and equipment
• Work as a team member within the imaging department

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Skill in operating MRI machines, computers and other high-tech equipment
• Knowledge of basic patient care and activities that may be necessary during exam.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, especially when working with sick or injured patients
• Ability to position patients as needed to obtain high-quality images
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when reviewing orders and following MRI protocols
• Knowledge of machine maintenance and troubleshooting procedures
• Must possess excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, management, and peers.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Radiology program required
• National registration with the American Registry of Radiology Technologists. (AART)

Physical Requirements:

Requires frequent lifting and carrying items weighing up to 25 pounds unassisted. Requires frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some heavy lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift.

*The job duties listed in this job description may not be inclusive of all requirements of this position. Other duties may be assigned by your supervisor.

All positions with North Alabama Bone and Joint Clinic, P.C. are to use due care in the use and communication of patients’ protected health information. It is every employee’s principal job function to ensure patient confidentiality and failure to maintain confidentiality may, and will, result in sanction and/or discharge.

*All new hires are subject to a 90-day probation period.