MRI Technologist| Outpatient Imaging| x12's| Weekends

## MRI Technologist| Outpatient Imaging| 3x12's| FT Weekends| Sign on Bonus Apply:
Nashville, TN:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R-68119
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** Organization:
** VIS Clinical Midtown
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* Job Summary:

** The MRI Technologist performs all MRI procedures in accordance with established department policies and procedures to ensure the best possible patient care services are delivered. Participates in on-call rotation..

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• 1. Performs all magnetic resonance imaging procedures according to established department protocolsa. Performs appropriate volume of procedures according to patient load by shiftb. Ensures that the correct patient information and technical settings are entered prior to execution of the procedurec. Prepares and administers intravenous contrast media according to established protocolsd. Performs venipuncture using sterile techniquee. Demonstrates a working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomyf.

Processes, records, and archives images for evaluation, interpretation, and maintenance purposesg. Completes filming of all cases in a timely fashion according to radiologists, requirement sh. Completes processes to send image data to PACS
• 2. Performs all tasks associated with the proper execution of a MR examination in accordance with the established department and hospital policies and proceduresa. Accepts assignments from supervisor in positive manner; recognizes and performs duties that need to be accomplished although not routineb. Restocks and maintains assigned work area/equipment in an orderly fashionc. Assists in movement of patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers, beds, and imaging table (uses appropriate restraint devises as needed) d.

Participates in on-call coverage as needed (displays flexibility, volunteers to work odd shifts as workload demands)3. Performs all assigned RIS transactions to ensure accurate patient and procedure information is recorded in a timely fashion for medical records and billinga. Completes patient exam in RISb. Reviews martial and exam charges, exits/corrects as necessary
• 4. Performs visual maintenance checks on all equipment used and reports all malfunctions to appropriate personnela. Performs quality assurance proceduresb. Provides clear concise information regarding mechanical problems and service needsc. Records all equipment downtime in department log and notifies appropriate personnel according to department proceduresd. Knowledge of MRI safety procedures of proper shutdown sequence of system
5. Communicates with hospital staff and physicians in the performance of MR procedures to exchange pertinent patient informationa. Assists in scheduling of routine and emergency examsb. Handles calls with courtesy and efficiencyc. Communicates identified patient related problems with appropriate chain of command
• 6. Demonstrates competency in performing all procedures, age range from neonatal to geriatrica. Demonstrates capability of explaining procedure to patient, considers patient’s comfort during procedure, understands emotional response when procedure is…