Mri Tech, Medical Imaging

**MRI Tech, Medical Imaging**
BC Cancer
Vancouver, BC

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist performs MRI examinations in accordance with departmental policy and procedures. The role performs duties that include receiving and completing requisitions, entering relevant data into the radiology information system, preparing examination trays and patients for specific procedures, operating computerized imaging equipment including processing and archiving of acquired data, monitoring patient during procedures and monitoring equipment performance. The MRI technologist may be responsible for the evening, night and weekend shift.

**What you’ll do**

- Perform examinations in MRI in accordance with established procedures by completing requisitions and related paperwork including laboratory forms, correlating clinical history with examination to be performed, positioning patient and explaining clinical procedures, performing venipuncture for contrast media injections as directed by the Radiologist, operating computerized imaging equipment, labeling permanent records and checking technical results to ensure departmental standards are followed.
- Monitor patient during procedures by methods such as observing and responding to possible contrast media reactions or other emergent situations in accordance with facility policies and procedures; may be required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the event of an emergency.
- Conduct image studies using MRI equipment and departmental information systems by checking to ensure applicable patient identification listed, collating images with requisitions, and requesting previous studies. Reports malfunctioning equipment to Supervisor.
- Facilitate the workflow of designated work area by checking information on requisitions meets departmental standards, regulating inpatient examination time, arranging departmental and/or facility porters.
- Perform quality control duties such as scheduling and performing equipment tests in accordance with recommended manufacturers' guidelines, recording results as well as identifying malfunctioning equipment for repair. Notifies Supervisor of all quality control issues for determination of appropriate action.
- Participate in the departmental Continuous Quality Improvement/LEAN programs by using established monitoring and auditing methodologies to perform quality assurance checks such as patient/physician satisfaction or booking protocols.
- Maintain designated work area by methods such as checking and cleaning equipment, setting up examination trays for specific procedures, receiving and stocking supplies in designated area, identifying depleted items and notifying Supervisor of purchases as required.
- Demonstrate procedures and usage of equipment to staff including medical residents, technologists and students. Participates in orientation of new employees.
- Participate in maintaining patient and hospital records by entering data into the radiology and hospital information systems as required.
- Respond to inquiries from other clinical areas regarding patient examinations and schedules and refers other concerns to appropriate supervisor as required.
- Determine workload measurements and compiles workload statistical reports and other reports, as required; develops and maintains statistical data related to items such as department activity levels, attendance, leaves of absence, and performance appraisals; makes recommendations to the Director on how services may be improved.
- Ensure that the department meets Health and Safety rules, regulations and practices such as Fire, Disaster, WHMIS, Smart Moves and Infection Control by updating department staff on changes to safety procedures, following up on safety recommendations and ensuring that staff are adequately trained and authorized to operate machinery and equipment.

**What you bring**

Qualifications:

- Certification with CAMRT (Magnetic Resonance Imaging).
- Completion of Intravenous Therapy training course when required by site practice and one (1) year recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification - Basic Life Support (BCLS) level.
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within healthcare settings. This involves recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
- Knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BC Cancer contexts found in the found