MRI Technologist Assistant; Contingent

Overview:

Schedule:

Monday to Friday - 2 to 3 times a week. 6 to 8 hour shifts. Morning and evening availability.

Job Description

Summary:

Assists radiologic technologists in preparing patients for procedures, positioning patients, and operating imaging equipment.

Job Description:

• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures by explaining the process and positioning them correctly.
• Operates and maintains radiologic equipment, ensuring it is in good working condition.
• Assists radiologic technologists in performing diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Monitors patients during procedures to ensure their safety and comfort.
• Maintains patient records and ensures that all necessary information is accurately documented.
• Follows safety protocols to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff.

Education Requirement:
High School graduate or equivalent, required. Current student ofan accredited Radiologic Technology Program, preferred.

Licensure Requirement: (not specified)

Certifications:

CPR certification, required.

Skills:

Ability to learn new procedures,follow instructions, and establish professional rapport with patients, staff, and physicians. Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Experience:

Three quarters of experience as a student radiographer, preferred.

• Occasionally: Biohazard waste, Decision Making, Flexing/extending of neck, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs
• Frequently: Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Machinery, Problem solving, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use
• Continuously: Audible speech, Bend/twist, Color vision, Computer skills, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Peripheral vision, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking
• Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:
  Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

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