Per Diem MRI Technologist​/Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialist ; FGP - Rego Park

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Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Faculty Group Practice Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialist I (Per Diem).

In this role, the successful candidate performs medically prescribed MRI procedures of designated anatomical areas, under the general direction of the radiologist.



Job Responsibilities

• Expediter reviews patient prescription and safety forms.
• Obtains consents if necessary.
• Correctly chooses appropriate patient information from HIS/RIS system in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Demonstrates ability to access patient information such as appointment times, type of exam, and patient reports.
• Is knowledgeable of the total cycle of RIS patient tracking.
• Follows departmental policy of documenting begin, complete and departure times, when appropriate, in the RIS.
• Has working knowledge of film library functions.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the HIS and is able to access patient data for verification of orders
• Competent in scheduling exams in RIS from the order entry queue and/or demonstrates the ability to modify exams when necessary.
• Maintains department logbooks in an orderly manner, records machine performance data as directed, all according to established departmental procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to radiology.
• Uses standard procedures to identify the correct patient.
• Checks patient's wristband by name, unit, and room number to ensure patients  examination requisition OR calls patient by last name, asking patient to confirm their identity by stating their first name.
• Introduces self to the patient. Reviews patients requisition and understands the type of exam required by each requisition and confers with medical staff regarding clarification when necessary.
• Seeks information or asks for assistance from supervisor regarding difficult or questionable results.
• Follows accepted radiologic procedures and uses medical information to determine type of protocol required for radiographic examination.
• Consults policy and procedure manuals and/or other reference materials as necessary to ensure actions conform to established protocols.
• Follows special instructions indicated on radiographic requisition.
• Recognizes need for and follows isolation precautions.
• Effectively assesses patients information and status, and follows appropriate procedure(s) accordingly.
• Independently implements patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
• Explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly.
• Provides for patient comfort before, during and after procedure, and maintains an ongoing rapport with the patient throughout the procedure to ease any anxiety the patient may have.
• Provides for patient privacy at all times.
• Positions patient and MRI equipment appropriate to the body part(s) to be imaged and adjust equipment coils accordingly to ensure maximum information is obtained.
• Follows accepted MRI procedures.
• Reviews patient information sheet; considers variety of protocols and rationale in determining positioning and technique.
• Follows special instructions indicated on prescription.
• Ensures that all exams completed are of high quality.
• Solves problems that arise during patient examinations using both technical knowledge and innovation.
• Alters examination to maximize information in response to patient's condition.
• Confers with other technologists concerning previous approaches utilized.
• Assists physicians as needed during the course of the procedure.
• Performs transmission and/or segmentation for transmission to…