Registered Technologist-MRI 12hr. Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

INTRODUCTION

A. This position is located at our Raleigh Radiology Blue Ridge facility in Wake County.

B. The primary function of the registered MRI technologist at Raleigh Radiology is to provide MR studies to outpatients.

C. The technologist is responsible for the coordination of patient care. He/she follows established protocols, policies, procedures, and specific instructions.

D. The technologist must be ARRT (MR) registered.

E. This position reports to the MRI Supervisor and/or the Senior Manager of Clinical Operations.

F. The technologist works under the direction of the radiologist, which may include on-site or remote supervision.

**3-day/12-hour consecutive shifts**

II. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1) General Diagnostic Duties 50%

a) Maintains standards of professional care and maintains patient confidentiality.

b) Implements policies and procedures of Raleigh Radiology.

c) Performs ordered procedures in a safe, efficient, and professional manner to include all required protocols.

d) Assesses patient’s condition (physical and psychosocial); prioritizes needs, sets goals, and responds appropriately to meet those needs, which includes discharge teaching.

e) Reports and records pertinent observations and reactions to care rendered.

f) Administers contrast to assigned patients.

g) Assists with specific tests and procedures as needed.

h) Participates in the economical utilization of supplies.

i) Assures that equipment is always maintained and available for use.

j) Assists co-workers and physicians in giving care to patients.

k) Establishes and maintains open communication.

l) Utilizes teaching opportunities with patients and other significant individuals.

m) Assists with / or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse occurrences in patients.

n) Maintains a clean, safe, and well-maintained supply environment for patients and staff.

o) On a regular, sustained basis, cooperates with other staff members both inside and outside the department in accomplishment of own job duties as well as assisting others in accomplishing theirs; serves as a team player and role model for other employees in the organization, always exhibiting traits of courtesy, caring, helpfulness, and respect; conducts oneself in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, cooperative, sensitive, respectful and kind when dealing with team members, visitors, public and all employees.

p) Performs other duties and accepts responsibility, as assigned.

2) Patient Care Activities 35%

a) Obtains initial history and assessment.

b) Completes and documents history sheets.

c) Engages with patients to ensure a positive patient experience.

d) Performs assessment that may include:

i) Vital signs, lab value interpretation ii) History of recent complaint (reason for procedure) iii) Brief pertinent medical history iv) Complete list of medications and dosages, if necessary v) Allergies vi) Other pertinent assessment facts such as LMP, medical history, weight, etc.

vii) Performs IStat Creatinine labs on applicable patients.

e) Observe and assess patients on an ongoing basis throughout the patient visit to Raleigh Radiology.

i) Assesses the patient’s physical and psychological state as well as his or her responses to the procedure.

ii) Assesses and reflects the condition of the patient accurately.

iii) Assesses (when appropriate) neuro checks, breath sounds, etc, as instructed by the supervising Radiologist or referring MD, either on-site or remote supervision.

Notifies the appropriate entity when an emergency arises. iv) Starts emergency procedures up to and including BLS. v) Documents assessments/changes in condition in EIS. vi) Assesses and documents patient knowledge and understanding of the procedure and aftercare, when appropriate to the procedure being performed. (1) Documents in EIS that teaching or after-care instructions are provided.

(2) Documents when referring to MD is contacted in EIS and/or Clario and provides written instruction to the patient to assure follow-through.

(3) Follow up in an appropriate time frame on the condition of patients who suffer adverse reactions.

(4) Documents appropriate information on forms used by Raleigh Radiology.

f) Provides accurate information regarding patient history to the Radiologist for him/her to interpret images with accuracy and proper history.

i) Be concise and accurately reflect physiological facts regarding each patient.

ii) Relay reports immediately upon completion of procedure when instructed to do so

(Quick Read/Call Report) iii) Initiate communication directly with peers or other appropriate personnel relative to providing continuous quality patient care.

III. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE

A. Education : Graduate from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or commiserate experience with ARRT registration.

B. Experience: Previous experience in a busy office or hospital is preferred.

C. Certification :

1. AHA BLS certification is required or must be obtained within the first 90 days of employment. Continuous AHA BLS certification is required.

2. Registered as a Radiologic Technologist with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, RT(R)(ARRT), at time of hire.

3. Registered in MRI with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, RT(R)(MR)(ARRT) preferred upon hire.

D. Licensure: Valid Driver's License

IV. DESIRED SKILLS

Basic patient care skills, including first aid and BLS. Excellent technical skills in MR are required. Ability to work independently, make sound decisions based on patient

condition, and the ability to follow directions. Flexibility, dependability, and professionalism are required.