Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist I at Alberta Health Services
Calgary, AB T1Y 6J4, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Sep, 25

Salary

38.75

Posted On

08 Aug, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Hospital/Health Care

Description

Your Opportunity:
Reporting to the Diagnostic Imaging Manager/Supervisor, the Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist I, support safe and efficient patient and family-centered care. This position provides high-quality direct patient care and produces quality images. As part of an interdisciplinary Diagnostic Imaging Services team, this position requires working all shifts and providing on-call coverage when assigned. Review requests for Diagnostic Imaging examinations for relevant patient history, medication(s), and laboratory test results to identify imaging requirements. Correctly identifies patient and follows NOD (Name Occupation Duty). Performs high-quality patient care, comfort, and safety by: Explaining procedures and applicable preparation requirements to the patient; Obtaining relevant medical history, completing screening questionnaires, and consents as applicable; Responding to questions, concerns, or physical and psychological needs of the patient; Recognizing and responding to patient limitations, changes in patient status, and/or adverse reactions and adapting exams or procedures accordingly; Assuring patient confidentiality and privacy. Performs accurate imaging by selecting the appropriate protocols as approved by the radiologist according to clinical history on the requisition. Screens and documents all patients, visitors, caregivers, and staff for MRI contraindications and obtains signed documentation as applicable. Verifies all metallic objects are removed from all individuals before entering the MRI environment. Verifies and directs proper procedures for all MRI safe or conditional equipment used in the MRI environment. Provides hearing protection, maintains communication and observation, and uses an emergency call device for the patient. Verifies the proper use of the MRI coils and their respective cables.
Description:

As a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist I, you will produce and record magnetic resonance images for interpretation by a Radiologist or Cardiologist for the purpose of diagnosis and tracking of disease and pathology. You will produce high quality diagnostic MRI images as ordered by a Physician, prepare and position patients for examination, review patient history, explain procedures, respond to the physical and psychological needs of patients throughout the scanning procedure, and maintain MRI equipment.

  • Classification: MRI Technologist I
  • Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
  • Unit and Program: Diagnostic Imaging, Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Primary Location: Peter Lougheed Centre
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicable
Responsibilities
  • Classification: MRI Technologist I
  • Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
  • Unit and Program: Diagnostic Imaging, Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Primary Location: Peter Lougheed Centre
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicabl
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