MRI Tech

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Title: MRI Tech
Location: 100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Waco TX
Pay Rate: $40-$60/HR 00
Temp to Perm:
Temp Only
Travel (Y/N): Y
Length of Assignment: 13 Weeks

Work Location:

Waco, TX

Work Schedule:

4x10s, Tue-Fri,  OR

Shift: AM
Interview Type:
Phone/Virtual
Specialty :
Imaging/MRI
Certification/Degree Requirements: BLS (AHA Only), ARRT or ARMRIT
Top Skills/Min Exp: 2 years min experience
Additional Notes:

Experience with Siemens equipment
Scrub Color:
Any, no inappropriate prints

JOB SUMMARY The MRI Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the ROLE Performs high quality MRI procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.

Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to: identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam.

Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.

Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.

Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment. Reports issues to management or appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory.

Ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.

Obtains, verifies and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies and procedures, etc.

Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORSAble to perform high quality MRI procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.

Able to explain the procedure and put patients e to provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.

Able to perform tasks independently without need for routine oversight.

Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.

Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.

Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores and developing action plans when required.

Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric.

Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.

Able to take call, if required.

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Baylor Scott & White Health.

Kindly share your resume with answers:
Q1:
Do you have Certification A: ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT B: BLS AHA only
Q2:
Do you have Minimum 5 years of MRI experience Siemens MRI scanner experience highly preferred
Q3: Familiar with MRI safety screening and protocols
Q4:
Do you have Epic experience preferred