MRI Tech

An Imaging Technologist utilizes knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, computer technology, basic patient care and assessment techniques, radiation physics and biology, radiation protection, magnetic field protection and safety, and medical terminology to operate imaging equipment to produce quality images of the body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by a Radiologist, and by performing the following duties.

Shift Details :
Full-time (36 hours), 8-10 hour shifts, rotating call Unit/

Location:

St. James Hospital

Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.

Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible?

• Ability to appropriately access, manage and accurately update patient medical records through Hospital Electronic Medical Record Information Systems.
• Input Physician’s orders appropriately to patient’s records
• Maintains patient confidentiality as outlined by privacy and HIPAA guidelines.
• Practices according to the ARRT Standards of Ethics
• Educates, interviews, screens and explains imaging and safety procedures to patients regarding the biological effects of radiation and/or magnetic field protection and safety prior to beginning any imaging procedure to reduce anxiety and obtain patient cooperation.
• Positions patient on imaging table and utilizes immobilization devices as warranted for safety or to obtain optimum views of specified areas of the body as requested by a Physician and following protocols developed by a Radiologist.
• Administers contrast media orally or in intravenous administration according to Radiologist and/or Pharmacy guidelines
• Monitors patient during procedures either through direct contact, by the use of two-way voice communication or through control room window and/or closed circuit TV screen.
• Practices universal safety precautions, radiation protection techniques and magnetic field education to minimize exposure to patient, self and staff.
• Performs and provides evidence of ongoing quality assurance activities and collaborates and participates in quality review with others to evaluate the quality of care, performance and patient satisfaction (HCAPPS Survey and Radiologist/Physician Orders)
• Fiscally responsible for supply ordering according to established par and budget levels and the posting of correct procedure charges.
• Participates in and ensures continuing education activities as supported and value-added to the current position are continually completed to maintain competency and quality of patient care.
• Complete position specific competencies annually.
• Provides input in the evaluation of diagnostic imaging students in a timely, fair and objective manner according to established performance criteria.
• May be required to float to other departments (within scope of competency and qualifications) based on business need.
• May be required to be placed on-call during a regularly scheduled shift.

• Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
• Be available to work overtime, if needed.
• Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
• Be respectful of all with whom you interact and follow the SCL Health Service Behaviors.
• Be well groomed and dressed appropriately for your role.
• Be in compliance with the drug and alcohol policies.
• Be sufficiently rested to perform your duties throughout the period assigned.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn.
• Be able to communicate clearly, think clearly and concentrate on assigned…