Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)

Job Title

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Job Description

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist will provide Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Diagnostic Radiology Services at the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center under the direction of a physician and assists the radiologist in complex exams and procedures. Technologists coming in at this grade level are required to complete a training period where policies, protocol, and procedures of NF/SG Diagnostic Imaging are introduced. He/she will be exposed to the different aspects and rotations within MRI. The training will include, but is not limited to, functionality of MRI equipment, routine and advanced imaging procedures, and patient safety. The training will include performance-based competencies to ensure a complete understanding of the functionality and operation of all the radiologic/MR equipment, difficult procedures and general examinations in order to be fully successful at this grade level. The technologist will also be required to work a variety of off tour shifts gaining experience and exposure to different situations he/she may not encounter on a normal tour. The Technologist at this grade level is required be on Call-back status as this is a 24-hour modality service and coverage either by call or in-house is always maintained. The on-call technologist will also be utilized when off tour shift coverage is necessary on an emergency basis. Functions include but are not limited to: Interpret requests or instructions from the radiologist or clinicians. Performs a spectrum of simple and advanced MRI exams following prescribed protocols required to perform procedures of the: Brain, Abdominal, Cardiac, MSK, Breast, Extremity, Urological, interventional planning and procedures with and without the use of contrast materials as directed by the radiologist.

Operate all MRI equipment, a variety of super conductive Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners, highly complex computerized imaging device which employs the use of strong magnetic fields and radio waves to acquire images.

Receive and positively identify each patient by asking for two (2) forms of identification not limited to, full name, full social security number, or date of birth.

Assist in the transporting of patients, via wheelchair, stretcher, or with walking assistance when appropriate, to different locations throughout the hospital and medical centers. Maximize patient throughput by contacts with escort, ward secretaries, EMS, nursing personnel, etc.

Perform adequate MRI safety screening, explain the exam procedure, chooses the best imaging coil for the part of the patient's body being scanned.

Observe patient safety guidelines as set forth in department and Medical Center policies and procedures; and the Reference Manual for MRI Safety Implants and Devices, and American College of Radiology (ACR) guidelines for MR safety.

Perform and complete imaging studies within the established guidelines for stat, pre-op, urgent and routine exams.

Monitor the MRI schedule and reschedule appointments to optimize scanner times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases.

Prepare sterile procedure trays, sterile supplies, power injector, pressure bags, and all necessary ancillary equipment.

Report all equipment failures to the bio-medical engineer, PACS administrator, supervisor, lead and/or co-workers in a timely manner.

Utilize Vista and CPRS to look up pertinent patient information that relates to patient examinations; including pertinent laboratory reports, nursing notes, radiology orders/consults, physician notes, allergies, and radiology reports.

Clean and disinfect equipment after each use in accordance with infection control and EMS standards and demonstrate competency in the ability to set up, clean or reprocess Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) as related to the manufacture guidelines.

Work Schedule

1pm - 9:30pm, Monday through Friday including mandatory on-call rotations for after-hours and Federal Holidays

Telework

Not available

Virtual

This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #

50675F

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Relocation/Recruitment Incentives

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Permanent Change of Station (PCS)

Not authorized