MRI Technologist, St. Elizabeth's Medical Center, 36 Hours (Day/Evening, Weekends Every Third)
I. Position Function:
* Performs a wide variety of MRI/MRA procedures, which require use of independent judgment, initiative, and ingenuity.
* Assumes responsibility for quality of work in designated area and provides quality care to the patient.
* Assures efficiency and effectiveness of patient care services.
II. Job Relationships:
* This position reports directly to the Lead MRI Technologist and works collaboratively with the medical staff, nursing, imaging department peers and other clients.
III. Authority:
* Has the authority and responsibility for assuring quality imaging in accordance with physician directions and/or imaging protocols.
* Has the authority and responsibility for restricting access to the imaging area to assure patient and visitor safety.
IV. A. Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
* Provides superior customer service to internal and external clients, customers, and patients as referenced in the Service Excellence Standards.
* Performs all the duties of a staff MR technologist.
* Attends in-service lectures, seminars related to MR and maintains documentation of specialized training in compliance with state and federal regulations.
* Participates in the development and evaluation of policies and procedures concerning MR.
* Assists in the orientation of technologists to MR.
* Performs regular testing on MR equipment as defined by vendor recommendations and medical center policy; reports problems.
* Assists radiologist in performing all interventional MR examinations.
* Performs all necessary functions to provide efficient patient care including clerical and transport duties.
* Completes all patient tracking functions to ensure proper and accurate billing, report transcription and image retrieval.
* Completes all PACs duties to assure accuracy of imaging record and timeliness of interpretation.
* Participates in all quality assurance programs.
* Promotes professional image by adhering to dress code.
* Commits to following ARRT code of ethics.
B. Responsibilities/Non-Essential Functions:
* Performs other responsibilities as required or assigned.
V. Reporting Requirements:
* Reports appropriate information to radiologists and medical staff when requested.
* Reports problems, issues and patients/physician concerns as appropriate to Lead Technologist, Operations Manager and/or Administrative Director.
VI. Accountability:
* Accountable for maintaining the confidentiality and security of all hospital, medical staff and patient related data and information.
* Maintains excellent communication with patients, referring physicians, nursing staff, and other clients.
* Responsible for the quality produced and submitted to the Radiologists for interpretation.
* Accountable for abiding by all St. Elizabeth's Medical Center and site policies and procedures.
* Accountable for assuring a safe environment for patients.
* Accountable for following JCAHO, DPH, and HIPAA requirements.
VII. Qualifications:
Minimum Experience:
* In depth knowledge of MR imaging procedures at a level gained through 1-2 years experience as an MR technologist.
* Thorough knowledge of normal cross sectional anatomy.
Minimum skills/abilities:
* Work requires vast knowledge of MR procedures and equipment operation.
* Must have excellent communication skills.
* Thorough knowledge of normal cross sectional anatomy.
Certification/Licensure:
* ARRT eligible and/or Certification as an MR Tech through 2 year school program and ARRT eligible.
Training:
* Additional MR specific didactic training preferred.
Special Qualifications:
* Must have and maintain BLS certification or obtain certification within three (3) months of hire date.
* Must obtain required CEU hours to maintain state licensure and national registration.
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