Clinical MRI Operations

1. To perform high-quality MRI examinations in accordance with approved MRI protocols, ensuring optimal image quality for a wide range of clinical indications.
2. To select and apply appropriate MRI protocols, and parameters based on patient anatomy, clinical history, and referring physician requirements.
3. To prepare patients for MRI examinations, including explanation of procedures, positioning, comfort optimization, and anxiety management.
4. To assist the Radiologist during MRI procedures requiring contrast administration or advanced imaging techniques.
5. To monitor patients throughout the MRI examination and respond appropriately to patient distress, claustrophobia, or adverse events.
6. To ensure post-procedure patient safety, including observation following contrast-enhanced studies where applicable.

MRI Safety and Compliance

1. To strictly enforce MRI safety standards, including comprehensive patient and staff screening for MRI contraindications and ferromagnetic risks.
2. To ensure compliance with MRI Zone safety protocols (Zones I–IV) and control access to restricted MRI areas.
3. To identify, manage, and report MRI safety incidents, near misses, or hazards in accordance with hospital policy.
4. To ensure all MRI-compatible equipment and accessories are used appropriately to prevent injury or equipment damage.

Documentation and Information Systems

1. To verify that all patient documentation, referrals, consent forms, and clinical histories are complete and accurate prior to MRI examinations.
2. To enter, update, and maintain accurate patient and examination data on the Hospital’s EMR.
3. To ensure proper labeling, archiving, and transmission of MRI images and reports in accordance with departmental standards.

Equipment and Quality Assurance

1. To operate MRI equipment correctly and responsibly to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
2. To conduct routine MRI equipment checks and report equipment malfunctions promptly to the Supervisor and Facilities Manager.
3. To support quality assurance activities, including image quality review and protocol optimization initiatives.
4. To participate in scheduled preventive maintenance and system performance monitoring activities.

Departmental Operations and Administration

1. To maintain a clean, organized, and professional MRI environment at all times.
2. To support scheduling efficiency and workflow coordination within the MRI unit.
3. To assist with MRI-related inventory control and supply requests as required.
4. To participate in on-call MRI services where applicable, in accordance with departmental coverage requirements.

Professional Conduct and Development

1. To maintain a high standard of professional conduct, patient confidentiality, and ethical practice.
2. To engage in continuing professional development to remain current with advances in MRI technology, protocols, and safety standards.
3. To collaborate effectively with Radiologists, nurses, referring clinicians, and administrative staff to support integrated patient care.
4. To perform any other MRI-related duties assigned by the Head of Department.

Key Performance Indicators:

Job performance is assessed in the following areas:

• Job Knowledge – Ability to perform job effectively and efficiently.
• Quality and quantity of work – Ability to produce a reasonable quantity of quality work within a reasonable timeframe.
• Responsibility and dependability – Responsible for and can be depended on to complete tasks assigned.
• Attendance and punctuality – Attends work regularly and is generally punctual.
• Interpersonal relations – Ability to interact with customers, supervisors and co-workers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Initiative – Ability to exercise initiative and seeks information when necessary.
• Attitude - Having the right attitude in performing job responsibilities and interacting with persons is very important.
• Communication skills – Able to communicate clearly in a helpful and respectable manner.
• Appearance – Employee must be presentable at all times whilst at work.
• Stewardship and safety - Ability to manage resources well and exercise care in the performance of duties.