The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist I position works independently to complete a variety of routine MR procedures to include common and specialty MR exams of moderate complexity. This position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special MR procedures. This Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to MR exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team. 

Responsibilities

  • Utilizes verbal, nonverbal & written communication to achieve mutual understanding.
  • Performs routine MRI, MRA procedures.
  • Optimizes protocols to provide better patient care, image quality and patient experience. This
  • includes positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors.
  • Assists physicians during diagnostic or special procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.
  • Follows all MR safety policy and procedures accordingly.
  • Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures.
  • Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices, and policies.
  • Participates in WASTE walks and supports department LEAN projects.
  • Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.
  • Performs weekly imaging equipment quality control (QC) ensuring all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use.
  • Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance, as appropriate.
  • Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
  • Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code.
  • Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual
development as a technologist.
  • This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned.

Skills

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially regarding activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner
consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
• Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
• Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including organizing workflow and actively
participating in problem-solving.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED
American Heart Association BLS
Upon completion of program, pass the ARRT-MR or ARMRIT board exams

Security Clearance Requirements

Pass Tx Department of Criminal Justice Security Background

Eligibility to Work Requirements

Be able to push or pull a minimum of 50 pounds.
Must be able to walk long distances.
Must be able to stand for a continuous 60 minutes at a time.
Must be able to sit for a continuous 60 minutes at a time.

Required Documentation

Driver’s License or State Issued ID
American Heart Association BLS certification
If employed by UTMB, a reference letter from current supervisor/manager
If not employed by UTMB, a reference letter from a professional, preferably an employee of UTMB.
A 1 page letter answering the following questions: What skills, talents, or unique qualifications make you the best candidate for this apprenticeship program & describe your support system. This is a 3 year course condensed into 18 months. You will need a significant support system to ensure you a lot adequate time to study.

Job Point of Contact

Angelic Bush, apbush@utmb.edu – Sponsor

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