MRI Technologist - MRI Technology

MRI TechnologistFacility: BIDMC Position Description: Contract Guarantee hours= 72 Hours Biweekly on all Assignments – these guaranteed hours do not include any "on-call" time worked Comments And Notes: BILH coversheet required at time of submission. Epic experience and experience with Client and Siemens 1.5T and 3T scanners - 6:30am start times - 12H rotating - exact days to be determined ----- Fast paced environment, must be able to work independently - Required Qualifications: At least 2 years related work experience required. BLS-AHA, Must be ARRT certified Essential Responsibilities: Prepares and positions patients for MRI of various parts of the body. Positioning includes setting up equipment (coils, monitoring devices, etc.) and patient in relation to each other to provide best demonstration of body part under study. Screens patients and personnel for any ferrous metal implants or other objects. Selects appropriate pulse sequences from monitoring console for scan procedures. Records all pulse sequences implemented for exam. Recommends changes in protocol or additional instructions to provide additional diagnostic information. Evaluates results of scanning procedure for quality of results and completeness. Manipulates images through use of console keyboard and mouse to display to physician. Recognizes problems and rectifies with respect to selection made of operation. Sends images to PACS system, evaluates exam for completeness, and verifies exam in timely manner. Develops a working knowledge of all PACS capabilities. Responds to patients physical and psychological needs. Informs a patient of delays. Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety. Listens to and answers patients questions with patience and courtesy. Observes patients conditions and reports any changes to nurse or physician. Starts an intravenous line on patients requiring IV contrast for the MRI examination with consideration to patients pain tolerance, anxieties and fears. Monitors patient for contrast reactions and reports any problems promptly to a radiologist, the code team, or both, as indicated. Learns the processes necessary to maintain accurate and complete records relative to procedure performed. Maintains statistics relative to MRI scanning as required by the Department of Public Health. Edits computer entries for correctness of description, reason for exam, and charges for billing in hospital computer system. Participates in teaching program of technical students (MRI) and other technologists or radiologists as needed. Assists in clinical evaluation of students and MRI Tech Is. Participates in continued educational activities both during and outside of normal working hours NO local travelers will be accepted (cannot reside within 50 mi from the facility) NM to interview and offer Please provide dates and times available for interview at time of submission --ALL RTO REQUESTS MUST BE PRESENTED AT TIME OF SUB -- WILL NOT CONSIDER ANY CANDIDATES WHO HAVE WORKED AT ANY BILH FACILITY WITHIN THE LAST SIX MONTHS- Perm, per diem or travel