| University of Georgia | Finance & Administration | HR
| MRI TECHNOLOGIST |
Job Family: Administrative
Job Code:10716 Pay Grade:80 FLSA: E |
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SUMMARY
Responsibilities include: 1) day-to-day operation of a Siemens 1.5T
Tesla MR magnet system and radiographic procedures to image both small
and large animals; 2) assist with imaging data manipulation; 3) support
multiple and varied faculty in the conduct of imaging studies; 4) act as
the MR safety advocate; 5) principally organize and manage MR patient
throughput and assist in radiographic procedures; and 6) assist with
basic billing procedures.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
*Day-to-day operation of a Siemens 1.5T Tesla MR magnet system to be
used for small and equine MR clinical MR studies. As well as function as
MR operator for MRI research applications on UGA-VTH research projects,
which may involve dogs, cats or horses. Directly operate
manufacture-based Siemens software applications for structural MRI
(e.g., T1, T2, T2* acquisition, MR Spectroscopy; Diffusion Tensor
Imaging). Computer-based image acquisition and post-processing of
imaging data for printing, archiving, and transport by clinicians and
researchers.
*Radiograph patients presented with the radiology department, which
includes demonstrating proper radiographic techniques and positioning,
efficient and accurate radiographic procedures and performing quality
control. Assist in all aspects of the UGA-VTH radiographic procedures
any time an MRI examination is not being conducted.
*Supervise and instruct veterinary students in radiographic procedures,
including correct positioning, exposure factors, radiation safety and
both digital and film-screen radiographic techniques.
*Supervise and teach the veterinary technology program in radiographic
procedures, including educating on radiographic positioning, exposure
factors, radiograph quality, correction of technical errors for both
digital and film-screen radiographic procedures.
*Assist clinicians and the anesthesia team in patient monitoring and
scan acquisition preparation.
*Act as the primary MRI safety officer, ensuring patient and staff
safety while working in the MR unit.
*Organize and manage participant throughput, including scheduling
participants, coordinating with anesthesia and radiology, as well
researchers.
*Assist with basic MR billing procedures through the radiology office
manager.
*Daily maintenance oversight (ie. stock and secured upkeep of MRI area)
and contact with MR Imaging company for maintenance and service issues.
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Certified MRI Technologist ideally with several years of experience with
MRI applications.
Registered veterinary technologist with cross-sectional imaging (ideally
MRI) experience.
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic team member who
effectively communicates with veterinary students, medical staff,
technicians, doctors and staff. They will also be able to properly
handle and restrain various species of animals.
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Revised:
08/26/14
This description is intended to be generic in nature, and
is not intended to determine all of the specific duties and
responsibilities of any particular position. |