MRI Tech PRN

Radiology Join Baylor Scott and White Medical Center - Plano as a MRI Tech and be part of something better! Shift: PRN - Variable. Minimum of 4 shifts per 6 weeks plus 1 minor and major holiday per year. On-Call: Flexible. Requirement: Prefers a minimum of 1 year of hospital MRI experience. Radiology is a fast-paced environment that includes high acuity patients. Are you looking to increase your knowledge base? Our leadership team fosters an environment that supports learning, mentoring, and building every team member. Patient Population: Inpatient and Outpatient. Avg. number of exams per tech: 8-10. Number of MRI stations: 2 one 1.5 T and 3T GE. Equipment: GE. Job Summary The MRI Technologist, supervised by a Radiologist, performs MRI procedures on patients. These are requested by a physician or licensed provider for diagnosing disease and injury, following established protocols. Essential Functions Of The Role Performs high-quality MRI procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging by following established standards and procedures. Utilizes AIDET to communicate with patients. Identifies patient service needs, ensures the correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establishes rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family about the test to be performed. Assesses the patient's ability to tolerate the exam. Prepares the patient and area for the procedure by positioning the patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into position, and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors. Protects patients and employees by following safety, infection-control, drug, and radiation policies. Uses proper sterile techniques for invasive procedures and maintains hand hygiene. Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal equipment operation. Reports issues to management or the appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory. Ensures people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures. Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation. This includes requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, shielding precautions, consent forms, policies, and procedures. Maintains medical imaging records in the appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner. Key Success Factors Able to perform high quality MRI procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner. Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease. Provides services promptly, accurately, and cost-efficiently, following System and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures. Able to perform tasks autonomously without need for routine oversight. Able to stay calm and helpful during stress and take reasonable steps to resolve issues. Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart. Ensures customer satisfaction by limiting wait times and providing courteous service. Remains professional, reviews patient satisfaction scores, and develops action plans when needed. Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, education, and skills for appropriate care of newborns, pediatric, young adults, adults, and geriatrics. Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives. Able to take call, if required. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported. Qualifications Education: H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent Experience: Less than 1 Year of Experience Certification/License/Registration: American Reg MRI Tech (ARMRIT), ARRT-MR Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARRT-MR), ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R). Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARRT-MR), Radiography (ARRT-R) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT). #J-18808-Ljbffr Baylor Scott & White Health