MRI TECH PRN

MRI Technologist

Essential Job Duties:

Prepares patient for procedure, providing instruction and education to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety

Selects and operates magnetic resonance system, surface coils, physiologic gaiting devices and associated equipment to achieve desired results

Position patient and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of study

Acquires IV access on patients needing contrasted studies by way of universal precautions and utilizing phlebotomy national standards

Assists the radiologist with certain minimally invasive procedures such as arthrograms under ultrasound guidance

Pleasant demeanor

Excellent communication skills

Neat and professional appearance

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Assists in on the job training of new employees

Ensures charges are submitted properly and consistently with the procedure performed

Ensures proper scheduling of patients to maximize utilization of time and equipment

Maintains patient confidentiality; complies with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the practice

Attends annual CPR and OSHA and other appropriate training programs

Is responsible for maintaining continued education as required for professional licensure

Attends all staff meetings

Performs all other tasks as assigned

Education:

A minimum of graduation from an accredited school on radiologic technology

Graduate from a Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) accredited program in medical imaging or the equivalent

Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Valid Mississippi Licensure

Additional Position Requirements:

Experienced in medical imaging demonstrating competency to successfully complete magnetic resonance procedures

Additional education in sectional human anatomy

Ability and high level of comfort in working with various people

Performs magnetic resonance procedures subsequent to a licensed practitioner's order

Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, assuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner

Heavy Lifting up to 100 Lbs.

Position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involves standing, walking and sitting for periods of up to one hour. Employee will occasionally be asked to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Normal visual acuity and hearing are required. Employee will, at times, work under stressful conditions, and irregular work hours.

Employee will have frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

Job Type: Part- Time

Remote: None

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