mri tech reg - Carbondale, United States - Southern Illinois Healthcare

Description

Overview

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At Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH), we realize that in order to provide our surrounding communities with excellent care, we must begin by providing our employees with that same care and appreciation. We offer rich opportunities to develop and grow professionally, an environment of excellence in patient care, and the awareness that everything we accomplish is a direct outgrowth of the superb efforts and dedication of our employees.

As a non-profit system of almost 4000 employees, we have won national acclaim for our cancer, cardiac, stroke, bariatric, breast imaging, and rehabilitation services.

$29.18/hr minimum - $43.77/hr maximum (range increases based on education, experience and certifications)

The Magnetic Resonance Technologist performs a wide range of diagnostic procedures utilizing a magnetic resonance scanner, which are complex and elaborate to assist the physician in the diagnosis of injury and/or disease.

Responsibilities

Role Specific Responsibilities

Prepares and explains exams to patients

Maintains an expertise in anatomy, physiology and pathology relative to imaging in order to optimize the procedure and ensure patient care/safety.

Performs imaging procedures based on assessment of the status of the patient, request of the service, and imaging protocols. Monitored by periodic Image Evaluations and Supervision.

Performs all exams that pertain to specialty area

Ensures MRI Safety precautions to patients, families, co-workers and any other individuals that may encounter MRI zone 3 and 4.

Maintains current knowledge of procedures in specialty areas in order to perform assigned duties

Assesses patient's needs and provides imaging related to comfort, hygiene and range of motion and provides support accordingly.

Prepares contrast agents, which are utilized for the MRI procedure according to procedural guidelines and protocols.

Educates patients regarding MRI procedures and contrast media by explaining the procedure and answering questions accordingly.

Promotes the team approach to providing positive imaging services by appropriately interacting with the technical, support, nursing, and medical staff.

Process exams and make available on PACS

Participates in the education/oversight of orientees, ancillary staff and students in collaboration with manager and/or designated education coordinator.

Displays imaging techniques, patient care and guest relation behaviors in accordance with the ARRT Code of Ethics, SIH Policies and Procedures, Radiology Department Policies and Procedures, State and Federal Regulations, and The Joint Commission guidelines.

Reports equipment failures to Biomed and management immediately upon identification and notifies proper individuals that service is needed.

Completes all in-services and competencies by the required date and applies knowledge gained.

Completes all necessary QA in accordance with the American College of Radiology.

Possesses basic computer knowledge in order to document effectively

Takes call as scheduled

Qualifications

Education

Associate degree in Radiology

Licenses and Certification

BLS

ARRT RT(R)(MR) Must be MRI certified within 1 year of hire

Experience and Skills

Technical Experience: 1 year preferred

SIH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status, and all other protected classifications under state of federal law. SIH is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at