PRN MRI Technologist

PRN MRI Technologist

Job Category: Diagnostic Imaging

Part-Time

On-site

Greenfield, IN 46140, USA

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

• Performs/monitors MRI procedures per written protocol as requested by physician's order, unless modified by Radiologist's/RA preference.
• Adheres to established organizational and departmental Policies, Standard Operating Procedures, quality assessment, and safety.
• Assists Radiologists, RA's and other providers.
• Ability to interact with patients of all ages i.e., neonatal, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric as required by department patient population.
• Must possess problem solving abilities, excellent customer service skills, AIDET and Patient First characteristics.
• Assists in maintaining a safe working environment throughout the facility.
• Assists lead technologists in making recommendations for cost containment and quality improvement.
• Knowledge of ordering and maintaining supplies from vendors and CSR.
• Thoroughly screen, position, instruct and explain the procedure to the patient including follow up assessment.
• Capable of selecting proper factors, exposures, sequences for equipment.
• Produce high quality diagnostic images for proper interpretation by Radiologists / RA, including patient detailed history per department protocol.
• Properly charge exams in the ITS system.
• Ability to assist with taken, logged, billed and completed logs.
• Performs other duties as assigned, team atmosphere, willing to assist in all areas.
• Student supervision and evaluation.
• Performs quality assurance testing and maintains clean working environment.
• Sterile technique as required.
• Assist with sedations as required.
• Assist with invasive procedures as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

JOB SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Age Specific Training - Ability to interact with patients of all ages.
• Rad Safety Policy Review
• Customer Service - follows AIDET

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Possess knowledge of MRI equipment and pre-exam screening requirement within 3 months of hire date.
• Computer literate and ability to understand PACS, CR/DR, HIS/RIS System.
• Demonstrated organization and time management skills.
• Possess knowledge of cross section anatomy.
• Ability to critique images against measurable criteria as established by Radiology Department Standard Operating Procedures.
• Does not require direct supervision for technical detail, capable of independent judgment.
• IV insertion competency if applicable
• Ability to administer IV /oral contrast as directed by Radiologist if applicable.

EXPECTED BEHAVIORS:

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Excellent human relation skills and adheres to the Radiology Department's "General Policies for Patient Rights Policy" (RI 100).
• Exhibit positive interaction with all patients, visitors, co-workers, and providers.
• Ability to deal with the stress of customer relations in a positive/assuring manner.
• Ability to have flexible work schedule.
• Must possess the qualities of integrity and good judgement.
• Must have the ability to project compassion, kindness and excellence to patients and staff following our mission and vision.
• Must be able to communicate technical information clearly; by direct conversation, in writing, and by phone.
• Must maintain qualities agreed to in Patients First Commitment (Attitude/Demeanor, Respect, Teamwork, Accountability/Initiative, Communication and Dedication to Excellence).

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: American Reg of Rad Techs (ARRT); Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); MRI; Rad Tech (RT)

ADDITIONAL LICENSURE/CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a registered Radiologic Technologist (registry eligible) in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Must hold a current valid license with the State of Indiana as a Diagnostic X-Ray Machine Operator.
• Must be CPR certified, (within 3 months of initial hire date).
• Must hold a current valid Indiana State Driver's License.
• MRI Registry (ARRT) preferred when eligible.

ADDITIONAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Mandatory Annual Continuing Education: Customer Service, Fire and Safety, Confidentiality-HIPAA, Infection Control, Corporate Compliance. Annual Unit Specific Competencies, and all education required by regulatory, accreditation bodies and/or Hancock Regional Hospital.

WORK CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Assist ambulatory patients independently.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. independently and for weights greater than 50 lbs. must use mechanical device or team lifting.
• Push/Pull patients of up to 250lbs in a wheeled device and for weights greater than 250 lbs. must use team assistance.
• Lift from floor to waist and shoulder equipment weighing up to 20 lbs. (examples: VAX, defibrillators, SCDs, reams of paper, CPMs)
• Push and pull wheeled equipment requiring a force up to 10 lbs. (feeding pumps, ventilators, IV poles, bipap machines).
• Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling as needed more than 2/3 of day.
• Manual dexterity, as used for performing intricate procedures (catheter, dressing changes, IV starts), assembling medical equipment, caring for patients, typing, etc.
• Vision requirements include but are not limited to close vision, distant vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. This may include ability to read thermometers, electronic scales, etc.
• Hearing requirements include but are not limited to hearing and responding to codes, monitors, pagers, phones, equipment alarms or patients calling for assistance, ability to auscultate B/P.

EQUIPMENT USED : All equipment related to imaging, if applicable.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Potential exposure to radiation.
• Potential exposure to odorous chemicals.
• May be exposed to toxic chemicals.
• Potential exposure to contagious diseases.
• Potential exposure to high field magnet.

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