MRI Technologist

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• • Prepare patients for procedures; move disabled patients from wheelchairs, stretchers onto examination tables position them for imaging.
  • MRI technicians interpret a physician’s instructions; explain MRI procedures to select protocol options and imaging parameters when adjusting an MRI patients, machine.
  • Complete understanding of MRI applications
  • Must have knowledge of regulatory requirements relating to MRI exams and equipment.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationship with patients, medical staff and the public.
  • Knowledge of concepts, standards, procedures and MRI equipment.
  • Prepare and administer the gadolinium contrast if needed by the direction from attending Radiologist.
  • Maintain adequate records and statistics.
  • Request all the medicines/contrast and disposables required for the MRI Unit.
  • Make sure to send required images to PACS in different formats and Series.
  • Cover the MRI Unit 16 hours per day and on call within 20 minutes.
  • Assign the Study to the responsible on duty Radiologist & inform about the availability of images on RIS/PACS for Reporting.
  • To treat patient with compassion and to be person centered care.
  • Provide personalized coordinated care, support and treatment for patients and families.
  • Involve patients, families and caregivers by providing them with education and resources for offering optimal support to promote recovery.

QUALIFICATIONS:                        

Graduate from approved college of Radiology Technicians.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 3 years of experience in Radiology.

Minimum of 1 year experience in MRI Section.

Meets the Saudi commission for health Specialties licensure requirements.

SPECIALIZED SKILLS:

            Must be proficient in English language. Arabic is desirable.

COMPETENCE:

• • Knowledge of radiologic standards, requirements and regulations.
  • Knowledge of radiologic safety, cleanliness and infection control policies and regulations.
  • Knowledge of radiologic equipment uses and maintenance.
  • Accuracy – ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
  • Communication – ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Computer Skills – proficient ability to use computer and electronic medical record.
  • Confidentiality – Maintain patient, team member and employer confidentiality.
  • Customer Service Oriented – Friendly, cheerful and helpful to patients and others. Ability to meet patients and other needs while following office policies and procedures.
  • Flexibility – ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities.
  • Positivity–Display a positive attitude and is a positive agent for change.
  • Teamwork – Work as part of a team and collaborate with co-workers.
  • Working Under Pressure –Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

RIGHT ATTITUDE TO PERFORM THE JOB:

Team player: Demonstrates a willingness to work well with others, collaborate effectively, and share credit.

Proper, effective and compassionate communication.