Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist II

SSM Health • St. Louis, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Radiologist, Director, and Manager, performs diagnostic medical imaging by magnetic resonance including Cardiac MRI, Interoperative MRI or invasive procedures. This role involves performing magnetic resonance imaging examinations, ensuring MR safety screening for all individuals entering MR rooms, and assessing for vein/site selection for venipuncture. The technologist is responsible for producing quality images, documenting procedures, and maintaining proficiency in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). They must also adhere to departmental policies, safety, and infection control standards, including proper handling of bio-hazardous waste. The position requires effective communication with patients, families, and colleagues, and participation in continuing education to maintain certifications.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree preferred or Graduate of Accredited MR program and MR Certification eligible.
• Must have applicable MR experience with various advanced magnetic resonance imaging equipment.
• 1-3 years MR experience in a level 1 trauma facility preferred.
• Previous academic facility experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA).
• ARRT-MR Magnetic Resonance Imaging - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Those without ARRT and Graduates of an accredited MR program will be given twelve (12) months to obtain the MR certification as a condition of employment.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
• Ability to lift, push and pull 100 plus pounds.
• Ability to move and transfer patients.
• Ability to deal with strenuous and physical activity daily in lifting, pulling, pushing patients, radiographic equipment cassettes and/or supplies.
• Exposure to blood and body fluid.
• Exposure to blood borne pathogens and other biological hazards.
• Subject to varying or unpredictable situations.
• Occasionally subject to irregular hours.

Nice To Haves

• 1-3 years MR experience in a level 1 trauma facility.
• Previous academic facility experience.
• Additional certification in MR preferred.
• Graduate of Accredited MR program.

Responsibilities

• Performs magnetic resonance imaging examinations.
• Provides MR safety screening for 100% of patient/visitor/staff prior to entering MR room(s).
• Assesses for vein/site selection and initiates venipuncture per established standards.
• Documents venipuncture site/contrast in RIS per established departmental guidelines.
• Demonstrates knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and recognizes abnormalities.
• Observes established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Runs appropriate quality control procedures, evaluates results and makes appropriate corrections.
• Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department.
• Uses the KRONOS TIME CLOCK SYSTEM ACCURATELY.
• Uses Hospital/Radiology system according to established policy.
• Ability to input and retrieve information from HIS/Radiology information system.
• Enters information correctly.
• Recognizes and reports computer malfunction.
• Provides training and direction to staff as necessary.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
• Performs 3D workstation duties as prescribed by examination.
• Follows hospital and radiology policies: handles bio-hazardous waste appropriately, and follows safety and infection control policies.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Adheres to hospital and radiology safety and infection control policies.
• Disposes of bio-hazardous trash properly.
• Uses protective equipment as needed.
• Abides by dress code and wears ID badge always.
• Respects the confidentiality of patient results and uses discretion when discussing patient matters.
• Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines.
• Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards.
• Reports risk management concerns.
• Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements: Safety/Fire, Blood Borne Pathogen, Hazardous Communication, TB, Department Specific, Age Appropriate Care, Population Specific Care.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous, and respectful manner.
• Demonstrates respect and compassion for internal and external customers.
• Recognizes the needs and expectations of customers and considers diverse needs.
• Demonstrates teamwork with other departments and co-workers.
• Provides emotional support while attempting to alleviate fear and anxiety.
• Answers questions in a knowledgeable fashion or directs questions to appropriate personnel.
• Works with other departments to provide services.
• Discusses information in private areas only and shares information on a need-to-know basis.
• Incorporates Quality Assessment into daily work.
• Wisely and responsibly utilizes facility resources and takes care of equipment.
• Recommends changes in practices to increase efficiency and minimize waste.
• Reviews departmental PI, OA, and QC monthly.
• Provides data to manager for monthly Performance Improvement daily.
• Provides age-appropriate care to infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served.
• Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age specific data to identify patient needs.
• Utilizes communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses.
• Involves family or significant other in decision making.
• Demonstrates ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely served.
• Demonstrates ability to assess population specific needs.
• Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury, including restraint care and pain management.
• Uses communication effectively with others, medical staff, co-workers and patients.
• Consistently communicates ideas in a clear and succinct manner.
• Displays initiative and enthusiasm for non-routine and/or extra duties.
• Effectively serves as a resource person for the department.
• Explains procedure to patient/family in understandable terms.
• Participates in continuing education.
• Attends appropriate orientations.
• Accumulates contact hours of continuing education per established ARRT guidelines.
• Provides in-service as necessary.
• Provides documentation of current ARRT status.
• Attends meetings as required and participates in committees as directed.
• Explains procedures and provides information to customers.
• Provides explanation of treatments and procedures within scope of knowledge and authority.
• Provides information on the purpose of procedure, special prep, what to expect, and approximate time required.
• Invites customers to ask questions or raise concerns.
• Avoids technical jargon and uses lay terms when explaining procedures.
• Secures patient’s permission to continue before beginning procedures.
• Presents self professionally.
• Wears ID BADGE where ABOVE THE WAIST with picture visible.
• Follows dress code.
• Limits conversation in presence of customers to specific work situation.
• Avoids discussing internal hospital issues, personal problems, department conflicts or personal social activities in the presence of customers.
• Is publicly supportive of the organization, colleagues, and physicians.
• Avoids jokes, language, literature that could be construed as offensive by others.
• Maintains environment conducive to good customer relations.
• Keeps work areas clean, orderly, and free of clutter and trash.
• Removes soiled linens from patient area immediately.
• Reports all maintenance needs for equipment, environmental deficiencies or safety concerns to the appropriate party immediately.
• Follows paging policy.
• Controls noise level.
• Strives to understand and meet needs for cultural differences.
• Aids customers who appear lost or confused.
• Respects customer privacy and confidentiality.
• Keeps curtains and/or doors closed when performing procedures.
• Knocks before entering doors or asks permission to enter curtained areas.
• Ensures patients who may be confused or being transported are covered with a sheet/blanket.
• Assures patient privacy when taking personal, financial information.
• Keeps medical testing, financial, and other personal information confidential.
• Avoids discussing customer’s condition, finances, or other personal matters with others not directly concerned.
• Accesses only those charts that need to be accessed.
• Asks patients if they want family members or guests to leave when providing procedures or other services.
• Improves the waiting experience.
• Greets customer and informs them of estimated length of wait.
• Offers alternatives to long wait times.
• Offers and informs the customer of why they are waiting and what the next step in the process is.
• Offers comfort measures to waiting customers.
• Keeps waiting customers informed of their status at frequent intervals.
• Maintains comfortable, clean waiting areas.
• Apologizes for any long waits or delays.
• Responds quickly to requests and complaints.
• Acknowledges persons arriving in the department within one minute.
• Knows what resources to use in following up various request or complaint situations.
• When receiving complaints, gets person’s name, number, and asks how they want to complaint resolved.
• States the time frame in which you will follow up and then meets commitment.
• Demonstrates practices of teamwork.
• Avoids blaming other departments, systems, people, etc., for service problems.
• Asks for and offers help to team members when indicated.
• Provides positive recognition to other team members.
• Frequently discusses roles and accountabilities with other members of the team.
• Calls periodic, “time outs” to discuss team performance when appropriate.
• Greets, welcomes, and supports new team members.
• Invites all team members to openly express ideas, best practices, and concerns.
• Participates in a minimum of one committee or activity per year.
• Treats all members as equal.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Instant access to earned, unpaid base pay before payday through DailyPay (fees may apply).
• Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree