Job Description:

• 1) Operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce cross-sectional images of patient's body for diagnostic purposes: Interviews patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures and to request removal of metal objects which are hazardous to patient and equipment when magnet is activated.

• 2) Positions patient on examining table and places specified coil such as head coil or knee coil, close to area of interest, following protocols requested by RADIOLOGIST.

• 3) Demonstrates use of microphone that allows patient and technologist to communicate during examination.

• 4) Enters data, such as patient history, anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position of entry into aperture of magnetic resonance imaging equipment, into computer.

• 5) Keys commands to specify scan sequences, and adjust transmitters and receivers, into computer.

• 6) Observes patient through window of control room and on closed circuit TV screen to monitor patient safety and comfort.

• 7) Views images of area being scanned on video display screen to ensure quality of pictures.

• 8) Keys in data on keyboard of camera to photograph images.

• 9) Alerts staff entering magnet room to danger of wearing or carrying metal around magnet.