The MRI Technologist 3 is responsible for performing a full range of routine and complex magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations independently and is a resource for team members and students. The position supports diagnosis and treatment by ensuring patient safety, imaging quality, and efficient throughput. The MRI Technologist 3 has a strong foundational competency in MRI safety, patient screening, positioning, coil selection, and execution of established imaging protocols.
The MRI Technologist 3 is able to mentor less experienced team members and students in MRI principles and protocols, and provide expert knowledge to assist with developing and implementing policies and protocols specific to MRI. The MRI Technologist 3 may assist other imaging modalities and/or provide oncall coverage as assigned. Tampa General Hospital.
All responsibilities are performed in alignment with Tampa General Hospital’s mission, vision, values, policies, and regulatory standards.
Perform routine and complex MRI exams independently following prescribed protocols and technical guidelines to ensure high-quality diagnostic images. Select and adjust pre-established technical protocols and sequences based on the exam ordered and patient requirementsOperate MRI equipment and ensure proper calibration and performance, including bringing up and taking down scanners as neededPerform daily QA procedures and ensure optimal scanner performance and compliance with regulatory standardsPrepare patients for MRI procedures and ensure patient safety by performing thorough screening, explaining the process, positioning patient properly, and administering contrast media as requiredPerform IV starts as needed for contrast injections during MRI exams, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the procedurePerform mentoring and precept other team members and studentsArchive and restore MRI exams as necessary, ensuring that images are correctly stored for future reference and analysisEnsure images are transmitted and stored correctly to the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) for review by Radiologists and healthcare providersProvide on-call coverage as requiredAssist other imaging modalities as required based on appropriate competency, licensure, and certificationPerform other duties as assignedEducationAllied Heath Technical ProgramLicense/Registration - Issued by Florida or Compact StateGeneral Radiographer, Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Radiation Therapy TechnologistCertificationARRT-Radiographer orNMTCB- Nuclear Medicine orARDMS Registered orAmerican Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (AMRIT) certified andBasic Life Support (BLS) from American Red Cross or American Heart Association Work Experience and Additional InformationThree (3) years progressive responsibility in an MRI diagnostic imaging department