MRI Technologist, Full time, Nights - Gray Summit, United States - Northwest Community Hospital

Description

Shift:
Full time, Nights, Weekend as needed

Reporting to the Director of Radiology/Imaging with accountability to the Manager and the Team Facilitator and under the direction of the radiologists, performs MRI procedures with minimal supervision; documents procedures and maintains patient records; maintains patient safety.

• Performs all established MRI imaging procedures; selects proper technique protocols.
• Prepares and positions patients for MRI procedures; uses immobilization devices, as required.
• Processes and develops images per established procedures.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, treat, and care for all age groups of patients (neonatal through geriatric); implements assessment/treatment/care based on the developmental stages of the patient. Involves family/guardian in plan of care and conducts patient and family education, as appropriate, considering the developmental needs of the patient.
• Retrieves medications that are not controlled substances.
• Maintains an orderly and clean work environment.
• Performs established calibration and quality control procedures to assure optimal quality of MRI equipment and service; notifies supervisor of unusual findings.
• Participates in maintaining appropriate patient and operational records consistent with the main Radiology Department.
• Assumes responsibility for own professional growth by attending Continuing Education classes, seminars, and by reading professional journals; provides input and suggestions regarding technological improvements in MRI services.
• Attends inservices and technical meetings, as required.
• CB
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists), ARMRIT (American Registry of Magnetic

Resonance Imaging Technologists) registered as an MR technologist, OR
ARRT registered and 6 months supervised MRI clinical scanning experience, OR
Associate degree or bachelor degree in allied health field, and Certification in another clinical imaging field (such as ARDMS or NMTCB), and 6 months supervised MRI clinical scanning experience, OR
Performing MRI prior to and continuously since October 1996, and evaluated by responsible physician to assure competence.

• One year MRI experience is preferred; expertise in transverse anatomy.
• Knowledge of and/or experience in the correct use of body mechanics.
• Current CPR certification.
• The interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients who may be anxious or confused and to interact with physicians and other hospital staff.
• The analytical ability to determine proper patient positioning and computer codes based on suspected pathology, patient size and age, and other controlling factors.
• The written and verbal communication skills necessary to document patient procedures and inform patients regarding procedures.

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