MRICT Technologist 10K Incentive, Full Time Weekends

Job Description

Additional Job Information

• 36 Hours per Week
• Sign-On Bonus Eligible $10000
• Every other weekend in CT; 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Every other weekend in MRI; 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Monday and Friday; 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• Weekend Option Available with Premium Pay Eligibility
• 7-Person Weekend Call Rotation and 1 Holiday per Year
• Overnight Call 1-2 days per Week in MRI
• Benefits start first day of employment!
• Must be credentialed in MRI or CT. Will train for other modality.

Overview

Job Summary:

Responsible for performing diagnostic imaging procedures inMRIand CTinan acute caresettingtoadult and/or pediatric patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs imaging examinations in MRI and CT; May also be trained to perform QC or invasive procedures such as needle biopsies.

• May also be trained in additional modalities such as X-ray andDexa.

• Explains procedures to patients andmaintainsa safe and comfortable environment; Provides necessary pre- and post- procedure patient care.

• Completes review of patientschartto verify exam orders andvalidatereason for exam.

• Interviewpatients regarding personal history implanted devices contrast allergies etc.

• Practices proper patient positioning and scanning protocols to achieve diagnostic quality imaging.

• Adjust maintain and operate imaging equipment by following applicable protocol parameters to acquire high-quality diagnostic images.

• Administer contrast underradiologistssupervision when applicable.

• Monitor patientsfor adverse reactions and ensure safety throughout the procedure.

• Implement radiation protection techniques to minimize exposure to patients andstaffby adhering to ALARA guidelines.

• Implement Magnetic Resonance Safety policies and procedures set by the organization.

• Maintainaccuraterecords within clinical documentation support systems;Manages imaging data in PACS and documents procedures in EMR.

• Follows best practice safety guidelines asestablishedby ACR and other regulatory bodies.

• Work closely with radiologists and other healthcare professionals.

• Provides clinical instructions and evaluations for students.

• Performs Other Responsibilities as Assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree: Associate degree in Radiography

• Experience: 0-2years

• Supervisor Experience: Nonerequired

• Licenses & Certifications:

• R.T.(R) certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

• Magnetic Resonance (MR)andComputerized Tomography (CT)certificationsby the ARRT;Oneadvanced credential must be obtained within 1 yearof being hired into the position; The secondcredentialmust beobtained within 2 years.

• BLSrequiredwithin30 daysof employment.

Working Conditions:

• Chemical Substances

• Direct Patient Care

• Exposure to Blood/Fluid

• Hazardous Materials

• Infectious Diseases

• Radiation

Work Shift

Weekend Only Day/Evening Rotation (United States of America)

Legal Statement

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Required Experience:

IC