Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Weekend Program Job Summary: Under the direction of the Radiologist, Director, and Manager performs diagnostic medical imaging by magnetic resonance including Cardiac MRI, Interoperative MRI or invasive procedures. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: Position Accountabilities and Performance Criteria (Percent of Time) Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria: Position Accountabilities Performs magnetic resonance imaging examinations. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) 40% Criteria Demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives and choose the appropriate course of action. Provides MR safety screening for 100% of patient/visitor/staff prior to entering MR room(s). Responds to changes in workload using time to departmental advantage. Conducts job duties in accordance with departmental standards. Communicates technical information in a manner appropriate for the intended audience, (patient, family, member or visitor). Produces quality images in a consistent manner. Serves as a resource to co-workers. Assesses for vein/site selection and initiates venipuncture per established standards. Documents venipuncture site/contrast in RIS per established departmental guidelines. Demonstrates knowledge of cross sectional anatomy. Knows MR anatomical landmarks and able to recognize abnormalities and alert radiologist as needed. Demonstrate ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and respectful manner, to assure and promote a culture of safety. Maintains proficiency in the utilization of the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Observes establishes departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program safety, environmental and infection control standards. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8) 2% Criteria Runs appropriate quality control procedures, evaluates results and makes appropriate corrections. Notifies supervisor when quality issues arise. Demonstrates attitude of cooperation and professionalism when working #J-18808-Ljbffr