MRI Specialist - Bellevue Hospital; Manhattan

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We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialist. In this role, the successful candidate performs medically prescribed MRI procedures of designated anatomical areas, under the general direction of the radiologist and supervisor.

• Demonstrate skill in using the hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to radiology.
• Correctly choose appropriate patient information from HIS/RIS system in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Demonstrate ability to access patient information such as appointment times, type of exam, and patient reports.
• Be knowledgeable of the total cycle of RIS patient tracking and follow departmental policy of documenting begin, complete and departure times when appropriate, in the RIS.
• Have working knowledge of film library functions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the HIS and be able to access patient data for verification of orders.
• Be competent in scheduling exams in RIS from the order entry queue and demonstrate the ability to modify exams when necessary.
• Maintain department log books in an orderly manner, record machine performance data as directed, all according to established departmental procedures.
• Demonstrate skill in setup and administration of IV contrast media.
• Explain MRI procedure and process of administration of contrast to patient and engage radiologist and/or LIP as appropriate per policy.
• Ensure that contrast media questionnaire has been filled out by patient.
• Assess any existing intravenous line or select appropriate venipuncture site and attach injector tubing to patient's intravenous line. Load and program contrast media power injector according to established departmental procedures and assign appropriate injection rates.
• Ensure that all emergency equipment is readily available. Inject intravenous contrast using the power injector and monitor patient for signs of contrast media reaction and/or evidence of extravasation. Notify radiologist or LIP in case of reaction or extravasation.
• Demonstrate skill in equipment set‑up, utilization and proper maintenance procedure.
• Perform visual and manual quality control checks of MRI equipment. Use imaging and peripheral equipment in a safe and productive manner in accordance with prescribed hospital, departmental and manufacturer’s procedures. Observe and report any malfunctioning of the equipment and notify appropriate persons in case of missing or damaged equipment. Demonstrate knowledge of proper use of computer product printers and minor adjustments.
• Independently implement patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards. Explain the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly. Obtain formal consent when necessary. Provide for patient comfort before, during and after procedure and maintain an ongoing rapport with the patient to ease any anxiety. Provide for patient privacy at all times. Position patient and MRI equipment appropriately to the body part(s) to be imaged and adjust equipment settings accordingly to insure maximum information is obtained.
  
  Use identifying markers appropriately. Follow accepted MRI procedures.
• Review patient information sheet; consider variety of protocols and rationale in determining positioning and technique. Follow special instructions indicated on radiographic requisition. Ensure all…