MRI Technologist - Per Diem

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About the Job

Under the direction of the MRI Team Leader, performs a variety of MRI procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail.

What You Will Do

Performs all MRI techniques and examinations according to the procedures determined by the Radiologists.

• Maintains constant attention to patients assigned to the technologist for examination 100% of the time.
• Produces optimal MRI images for the purpose of diagnostic interpretation 100% of the time.
• Selects proper protocol, technical factors, coils, positioning devices and study specific MRI equipment as directed 100% of the time.
• Provides protection in accordance with prescribed MR safety standards to ensure the wellbeing of patients, hospital personnel, general public and self while performing any duties 100% of the time.

Identifies and archives patient's images. Maintains records of exams.

• Responsible for proper identification on images including patient identification and patient demographics 100% of the time.
• Document all related data.
• Maintains appropriate records of examinations and MRI procedure log 100% of the time.
• Identify, process, transfer and archive patient exams including exam records, images, and patient demographics.
• Maintains the integrity and efficiency of the Radiology Information System 100% of the time.

Administration

• Conducts self in a professional manner.
• Subject to on-call status including weekends and holidays.
• Refers any unresolved problems relating to staffing, morale, work methods, discipline and other activities to the MR Team Leader Technologist 100% of the time.
• Promotes professionalism, continuing education, and staff development 100% of the time.
• Participates in the formal in-service program provided for the Radiology Complex 95% of the time.
• Responds promptly and positively to patients, families, associates, and all others in a respectful, courteous, and confidential manner.
• Always maintains identifiable/professional attire, including using nametags and ID cards.
• Answers telephone calls within three rings 95% of the time.
• Respects confidentiality of patients and co-workers in all circumstances 100% of the time.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
• Greets patients, families, co-workers and others in a calm, professional, friendly manner; makes eye contact, initiates conversation, and identifies self by name.
• Follows hospital and department procedures and policies.
• Attends mandatory sessions/meetings/in-services 100% of the time.
• Adheres to attendance policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge and application of CHOP and department policies and procedures.
• Reviews policy and procedure updates from managers and CHOP.
• Resolves or escalates complex issues.
• Orients and trains fellow staff technologists.
• Monitors CHOP email on a regular basis to keep informed regarding scheduling updates, workflow updates, policy and procedure updates and all information relevant to the position.
• All other duties as assigned.

Provides or facilitates a clean, safe, quiet, and secure environment for all.

• Reports any incident that seems unusual/deficient to supervisor and/or Security.
• Corrects and/or reports unsafe, unsecured, or unclean environment to supervisor and/or Environmental, Health and Safety, or Facilities departments.
• Always takes breaks away from patient and family areas.
• Keeps self and work area neat and organized.
• Participates collaboratively in staff meetings, committees, projects, and teams to resolve conflicts and meet institutional goals.
• Attends staff meetings as requested 100% of the time. Is recognized as an "informed participant or committee member by peers. Completes assignments on time 100% of the time.
• Reviews and contributes to the attainment of departmental and CHOP goals annually.
• Participates and contributes to team projects.
• Demonstrates knowledge of constant quality improvement values and participates in CHOP and departmental Quality Improvement initiatives.
• Identifies own learning needs and obtains necessary education to meet requirements of position.
• Attends mandatory education programs 100% of the time.
• Documents and reports all necessary education and training.
• Applies education and training to daily work to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Reviews learning needs with supervisor to set individual education and learning goals annually.
• Follows CHOP and departmental cost control standards: monitors usage of supplies and equipment to eliminate or minimize waste and/or misuse.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to render age-appropriate care and services based on patients' developmental needs.
• Provides Family Centered Care.
• All other duties as assigned.

Licenses and Certifications

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging MR (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - upon hire - Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - issued through an organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Required

Education

• High School Diploma / GED Required
• Technical Diploma Radiology or MRI Program Required

Experience

• At least two (2) years of work experience and/or trained in a CHOP affiliated program Required
• Pediatric Experience Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Intermediate knowledge of MRI Imaging
• Intermediate knowledge of Radiology Information System
• Provides Family Centered Care
• Integrates knowledge and assessment of child and family (Age Specific Competency)
• Ability to handle confidential matters and matters
• Able to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to handle confidential materials and matters
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine.