MRI Radiographer - HUP

Description

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FT MRI Tech

Location: 3400 Spruce St

Schedule: M-F Day

Department: Radiology Pendergras

Summary:

Performs a variety of MRI and MRA procedures and is responsible for patient safety protocols and assists the Radiologists with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The MRI Technologist will treat all patients professionally and function as the first line interface with patients in the successful accomplishments of their imaging needs.

Responsibilities:

• Performs all necessary checks of diagnosis, prescription, Epic order and patient identification as demonstrated by documentation.

• Greets patients--confirming their identifications performing the correct procedures as directed and completely explaining the procedure to patient and family as directed.

• Obtains patient history, screens patients for any and all surgeries and implanted items, explains procedures, gains consent for contrast and verifies GFR as needed, and addresses patient concerns as demonstrated by documentation and feedback.

• Place angiocatheters, inject IV MRI contrast agents as directed by the Radiologist

• Operates the MRI scanner and all RF coils, MRI workstations, patient monitoring equipment and MR injectors to produce high quality images.

• Archive and Verify MRI images to hard-copy format as needed

• Performs quality assurance testing consistent with section protocols.

• Monitors the patient’s status, tolerance and wellbeing throughout the study

• Aids radiologists, doctors and other UPHS team members in completing procedures according to applicable protocol.

• Compliance with OSHA, TJC, DOH and other mandated safety procedures or regulations.

• Maintains necessary inventory supplies for assigned workstation, rotating stock in an orderly fashion and eliminating outdated items.

• Responds to emergency situations according to department policies

• Establishes and maintains good working relationships and partnerships within the facility and with outside customers of our services.

• Communicate equipment problems and image quality issues

Credentials:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)

• Must be ARRT MRI certified or Must be registered by ARRT, ARDMS, or NMTCB and obtain ARRT MRI certification within 12 months of hire (Required)

• Maintain CEUs (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)

• Graduated from an approved Radiologic Technology Program (Required)

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

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