CUSTOM FIELDS
Shifts
Evenings, Weekends
Shift Details
Thurs/Fri 9:30a - 11:00p | Sat 7a - 7:30p
Job Order Updates (Supplier)
Traveler
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Summary:
Operates magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment to produce cross-sectional images of patient body for diagnostic purposes.
Job Responsibilities:
-Performs MRI examinations according to department policy and protocols.
-Includes preparing and positioning patients for MRI procedures of various parts of the body.
-Positioning includes setting up equipment (coils, monitoring devices, etc.) and patient in relation to each other to provide best demonstration of body part under study.
-Performs Quality Control tests on department equipment, reporting any discrepancies to the proper personnel.
-Collects and evaluates relevant examination information from scheduling, patient, and referring physician, including screening information.
-Maintains departmental records and patient information according to policy.
-Is responsive to patient physical and psychological needs.
-Keeps patient informed.
-Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety.
-Listens to and answers patient questions with patience and courtesy.
-Performs safety procedures for outpatients, inpatients, patient families, and for hospital staff.
-Screens patients and personnel for any metal object or implants on them that would cause harm to the patient or equipment.
-Ensures that no patient/visitor/healthcare worker enters scan room with metal objects or contraindicated implants.
-Evaluates results of scanning procedure for quality of results and completeness.
-Manipulates images through use of console keyboard and mouse to display to physician.
-Using terminal, can select all image display options.
-Recognizes problems and rectifies with respect to selection made of operation.
-Sends images to PACS system, evaluates exam for completeness, and verifies exam in timely manner.
-Develops a working knowledge of all PACS capabilities.
-Maintains accurate documentation on logbook worksheet and charging of examination and all supplies.
-Seeks advice from appropriate resource when unsure of protocol or policy.
-Independent judgment in planning sequence of operations and making minor decisions in a complex technical or professional field.
-Works directly with patients and/or customers.
-Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction.
-Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction.
-Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.
___________________________________
Preferred Skills & Experience:
-N/A
___________________________________
Required Skills & Experience:
-Zero (0) to six (6) months of related experience.
-Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
-Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner.
Required Education:
-Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
OR
-Completion of an MRI accredited program.
Preferred Education:
-N/A
___________________________________
Required Certification & Licensure:
-Registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT-R).
OR
-American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT).
-BLS
Preferred Certification & Licensure:
-ARRT (MR).