Radiographic Technologist - MRI

Company: Matrix Providers
Location: Travis Afb
Posted on: April 24, 2025

Job Description:

Matrix Providers - Caring for America's military family.

The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.

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Matrix Providers is potentially hiring a Radiographic Technologist - MRI Tech to join our team of talented professionals who provide health care services to our Military Service Members and their families in Travis AFB, CA.

Employment Status: Full Time
Compensation: This is a salaried position, paid bi-weekly.
Schedule: Shifts will vary but will not exceed a 9-hour shift with a 1-hour unpaid lunch and a maximum of 40 hours per week. Scheduled hours will depend on the mission, department manager will make every effort to notify Contract employee of schedule changes at least 2 weeks in advance.
Benefits: Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.
Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays (Outlined in Handbook)
401(k) Plan

Requirements: The Radiographic Technologist - MRI Tech must have and meet the following:

Degree: Certificate.
Education: Graduate from an academic program accredited by the Joint Review
Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
Certification: Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) for MRI. California Venipuncture Certificate
Experience: Have two (2) years of regular (twenty (20) hours or more per week) continuous experience as an MRI Technologist within the last 36 months and be fully proficient in all the duties required of an MRI Technologist to the satisfaction of the department manager.

Job Summary:

Initiate, perform Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Magnetic Resonance Angiography Imaging (MRA) of the head, neck, spine, musculoskeletal system, chest and body with the use of 1.5T and 3T scanners.
Conducts complex MRI and MRA studies, including extremity run-offs, in-depth Cardiac studies, Neuro and Breast MRI, (refer to para. Functions, n.), a minimum 25% of the time, providing images of the head, neck, spine, musculoskeletal system, chest and body.
Requires the use of power injectors and reconstruction of images post image acquisition.
Perform without and with use of various contrast materials.
Perform exams to achieve diagnostic studies so that proper diagnosis and treatment may be effectuated.
Performs exams in a manner to optimize all the radiographic equipment including the MRI scanner times while maintaining a flexibility to allow for emergency cases. This requires the prioritization of scheduled patients as well as the ability to accommodate the extreme emergency patient who may need immediate emergency surgery, etc.
Confers with radiologists to determine requirements of non-standard exams. Determines technical factors, positioning, number and thickness of scans, etc., to produce and satisfy requirements of MRI scanning. Schedules patients for examinations when needed using MHS Genesis electronic health record system. Notifies the radiologist of scans requiring their immediate attention.
Works with the radiologist as a member of the radiographic team.
Must assist and anticipate the needs of the radiologists and the performance of the exam.
Must be continuously on the alert for the patient's condition (the alertness of the individual is essential to prevent contamination, recognize patient reactions, anticipate technique factor difficulties, etc.).
Prepares contrast materials that are used in MRI and general exams. Improper use or administration of the contrast materials run the risk of patient mortality and, therefore, it is essential that a thorough understanding of the contrast material usage is possessed by those who prepare it. In addition, must be continuously on the alert to the patient's condition and other disorders. Reactions on the part of the patient require immediate attention so that harm does not come to the patient.
Qualified to insert IV needles for administration of contrast material.
Instructs MRI practices, fundamentals, scanning abilities, IV usage and techniques to MRI trainees and new MRI personnel. Is competent in the use of power injectors for dynamic studies and insert IV needles for administration of contrast material.
Counsel's patient on contrast injection process, verifies patient lab values prior to injection.
Well versed in contrast reaction avoidance and response to contrast reactions.
Performs administrative actions pertaining to patient exam completion within the electronic health record system (EHR). This includes patient check in/out, exam start/end procedures, documenting contrast administration, requisition and editing of patient exams in the Radiology Information System (RIS), copying of films, etc. Sends images to the PACs system for image interpretation.
Properly identifies patient by following TJC Patient Identification Requirements of two patient identifiers. The radiographer must be certain that the patient I.D. band and the request are identical. Asks each patient to actively confirm his or her name and date of birth.
Assures that MRI patients are screened in advance for any contraindicating conditions per MRI department Operating Instructions and Radiology Service policy. Contract employee must be aware of and practice the safety policies and procedures of the medical center and participate in quality assurance activities as directed. Responsible to explain exams to competent patients so that patients understand what is to be done as well as what hazards, if any, are possible. Assures MRI patients are screened for previous gadolinium-based contrast media reactions and/or contraindications to gadolinium-based contrast media.
Uses Manufacturer safety information to verify the safety of specific implanted or external medical devices including pacemakers/ICDs, nerve stimulators, insulin pumps, etc. prior to allowing entrance to Zones III & IV.
Responsible for stocking and inventory of all MRI imaging supplies and related material. Responsible for cleaning and disinfecting the scanner room, equipment and all accessories IAW Infection Control Standards. Ensures crash cart checks are completed at the beginning of each shift.
Continually reviews new developments in MRI imaging. Is continually on the alert to improve quality of examinations utilizing the new technologies available. The purpose of this review is to provide the physicians and patients with the best possible images and scans for diagnostic purposes.
Responsible for assuming various rotating schedules as determined by the department manager to include on call coverage and occasional overtime as necessary.
Must be or able to become proficient and perform MRI and MR angiography; including but not limited to extremity run-offs, in-depth Cardiac studies, Neuro and Breast MRI. These studies require the use of power injectors and reconstruction of images post image acquisition. Once trained and proficient the contract employee will train others.
Correctly position the patient for the examination and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination. Determine if any special patient preparation is required.

Matrix Providers is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please see https://matrixproviders.com/accessibility-eeo-disclaimer. To learn more about our Benefits Packages, please see https://matrixproviders.com/benefits.

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