Imaging Technologist – Mag Res Imaging
UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP
| Representative group | Job codes |
|---|---|
| SEIU LOCAL 925 Healthcare Prof/Lab Tech | 18275 (NE S SEIU 925 HCP/LT) 22546 (NE H NI SEIU 925 HCP/LT) |
| SEIU 1199NW HMC HCP/LT | 18924 (NE S SEIU 1199NW HMC P/T) 23075 (NE H NI SEIU 1199NW HMC P/T) |
| SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Professional | 21369 (NE H SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Professional) 23000 (NE H NI SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Professional) |
BASIC FUNCTION
Perform invasive and/or non-invasive magnetic resonance imaging studies. Participate in training medical residents, fellows, students and staff. Recognize and respond to emergent and life-threatening situations.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Independently perform clinical and research studies and examinations in Magnetic Resonance Imaging involving the knowledge and use of cross-sectional anatomy; operate complex imaging equipment; guide and monitor patients through procedures; administer contrast; maintain incoming information flow about patients and outgoing information about study results; and participate with physicians in designing study techniques for each examination.
TYPICAL WORK
Operate imaging and related equipment to perform exams in Magnetic Resonance Imaging;
Counsel patient regarding safety factors and risks of examination; explain and obtain patient release to participate in examination;
Administer and inject contrast media;
Recognize and respond to life threatening situations which may occur during diagnostic and/or interventional procedures;
Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation as necessary;
Execute standard calibration procedures; establish and document quality control of equipment;
Observe computer monitor displaying patient data during examination; alert physician of abnormalities; maintain daily log of procedures performed;
Determine additional study and examination techniques when abnormalities are present;
Orient and provide information and instruction to medical residents, fellows, students and staff who are rotating and/or assigned to the specialty area;
Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Satisfactory completion of formal technology training in an AMA-approved school, AND registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
OR
equivalent education/experience.
Legal Requirement
Certified by the State of Washington as a Radiologic Technologist.
CLASSIFICATION HISTORY
01/19/2001: New Class
07/01/2007: Updated
01/01/2020: SEIU 1199NW UWMC-NW job profiles added effective 01/01/2020