Per Diem / PRN Outpatient MRI Technologist

Job DescriptionMedQuest is seeking a per diem / prn Outpatient MRI Technologist for a per diem / prn job in Charlotte, North Carolina.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: MRI TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: OngoingShift: 8 hoursEmployment Type: Per DiemAre you passionate about making a difference in the healthcare industry? At MedQuest Associates, we provide exceptional diagnostic imaging services that improve patient outcomes and enhance the quality of care. As a leading manager of outpatient diagnostic imaging facilities, we are constantly seeking talented and motivated individuals to join our dynamic team. If these attributes align with the job culture, you are seeking - then MedQuest Associates might be the right fit for you! MedQuest Associates is looking for a MRI Tecnoogist Desired work schedule: weekend coverage at our Ballantyne location Saturdays, 7a-7pAs an MRI Technologist, you will be responsible for the integration of scientific knowledge and technical skills with effective patient interaction to provide quality patient care and useful diagnostic information. This responsibility includes completing scans effectively and efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of patient care possible in order to provide the most remarkable patient experience. Complete scans effectively and efficiently:Collect pertinent data about the patient and the procedureSelect the most appropriate, cost-effective action plan after reviewing all pertinent data and assessing the patient's abilities and conditionScreen the patient for ferrous and RF-sensitive material before the patient enters the magnetic fieldPosition and prepare patients for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) proceduresSelect appropriate immobilization devicesReview the patient's chart and the physician's request to determine optimal scanning parameters for the suspected pathologyPrepare and administer contrast agents in accordance with state and federal regulationsEnter necessary patient information to initiate the scan(s)Assess and monitor the patient's physical and mental status throughout the procedureReview images to determine if additional scans will enhance the diagnostic value of the procedureDocument diagnostic, treatment and patient data in the appropriate record. Documentation must be timely, accurate, concise and complete.Archive images to data storage devices according to established guidelinesKeep workflow in such a manner that it is an effective use of time, equipment and suppliesMaintain the highest standards of patient care possible:Implement and maintain the MedQuest Best Customer Service ProgramProvide accurate explanations and instructions at a level the patient can understandMaintain a high degree of accuracy in positioning and exposure techniqueExhibit a high level of technical competence and clinical judgmentEnsure that the required supplies and equipment are availableCheck all equipment routinely and perform preventive maintenance when necessaryShare knowledge and expertise with colleagues, peers and all members of the healthcare teamMaintain a safe environment by monitoring cryogensEnsure the Center's compliance with MedQuest Policy procedures, OSHA, local, state and Federal regulatory requirements:Follow radiation protection guidelinesParticipate in formal training and service programsEnsure that deadlines are met with regards to reportsPerform quality assurance activities based on established quality protocolsDocument quality assurance activities and resultsMaintain strict confidentiality with regard to medical records and other dataContinuing Education:Cross-train for additional modalities within the centerComplete and retain certification in MRI technologyBuild education files on an outstanding or interesting caseOther duties as assignedMedQuest Job ID #2025-1756r.About MedQuestFounded in 1996, MedQuest is one of the most experienced outpatient imaging providers in the United States. Through direct ownership and joint ventures, the company operates a mixed network of independent and hospital-affiliated radiology centers that perform diagnostic tests used to help identify, diagnose, and monitor a range of health conditions. In addition to providing expert solutions that include mammography, MRI, CT, ultrasound, x-ray, and positron emission tomography (PET) scans, MedQuest uses proprietary systems and processes to optimize center operations, control costs, and deliver an unmatched patient experience. Patients, referring physicians, and healthcare systems count on MedQuest, and we're growing to meet the demand.