MR/ CT Technologist

Siemens Healthineers•Columbus, OH

About The Position

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions. In this role, the successful candidate will serve to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of a staff MR and CT Technologist at University Hospitals, Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute Center for Advanced Heart & Vascular Care. Primarily, performing cardiovascular MRI examinations and other diagnostic MR imaging procedures while also providing coverage for cardiovascular CT examinations and other diagnostic CT imaging procedures in accordance with ALARA principles and department processes and protocols. The candidate will ensure expert clinical scanning, deliver customer and patient care excellence, and represent Siemens Healthineers and Clinical Education with professionalism with a focus on delivering positive customer experience. The candidate will work with the Director of Cardiovascular MR and CT at UH/HHVI, UH staff, the MR and CT Siemens Clinical Education Team and Management, the MR and CT Competency Management Specialist, and Service Management to promote positive customer engagement and sharing of knowledge and expertise. The candidate will perform MR and CT Technologist duties as listed below. Job duties of an MRI and CT Technologist may include but are not limited to: Performs MRI and CT diagnostic imagin g procedures on appropriate anatomical regions according to department procedures and protocols Perform examination of patients of all ages from pediatrics to geriatrics for the purpose of assisting in the diagnosis of patient illness. Support new software technology and evaluate protocols to improve image quality Locating and recording internal elements of the body, and identifying any anomalies indicative of disease, injury, or other medically significant conditions Provide excellent patient care during MR and/or CT procedure Monitoring the patient for potentially dangerous physical and emotional changes Evaluating test results for clarity and accuracy Reviewing tests with peers and physicians Informing physicians of preliminary findings as requested according to department procedures Distributing completed test results to physicians and service providers Preparing diagnostic information for physician interpretation Maintaining patient charts, entering diagnosis and billing codes, logging data into patient information systems, and updating file systems for tests performed Cleaning and sterilizing equipment and work space Recognizing equipment malfunctions and readjusting equipment or writing referrals for repair Instructing patients in pretest preparation, answering questions, and explaining procedures Maintain compliance with Siemens, Hospital, and departmental policies and procedures Complete regulatory and core process documents in a timely fashion. Maintaining equipment according to Infection Control procedure Maintains technical competency through continued education and participation in Siemens training programs Under guidance and approval of site Radiologist/Cardiologist, administers contrast agents according to site-specific protocols Maintains current permits and licenses to practice in all states in which services are performed Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots problems. Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members Follows quality assurance guidelines and maintains patient confidentiality Performs additional duties as required Interact with client personnel and team members in an autonomous responsible, professional and ethical manner Knowledge of sterile and surgical procedures. Knowledge of MRI and CT equipment and safety in MRI and CT environment. Must be flexible, reliable and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative.

Requirements

Clinical Radiographer background with a minimum of 2 years MRI and CT clinical experience required
ARRT Certified in both MRI and CT required
Successful completion of AMA-sponsored School of Radiologic Technology program
BS/BA in related discipline, or advanced degree, where required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certification may be required in some areas.
Basic Life Support certified
Siemens MR system experience required
Strong communication skills both written and verbal needed

Nice To Haves

Cardiac clinical experience a plus but willing to train in MR and CT
Experience in pediatric imaging a plus

Responsibilities

Performs MRI and CT diagnostic imagin g procedures on appropriate anatomical regions according to department procedures and protocols
Perform examination of patients of all ages from pediatrics to geriatrics for the purpose of assisting in the diagnosis of patient illness.
Support new software technology and evaluate protocols to improve image quality
Locating and recording internal elements of the body, and identifying any anomalies indicative of disease, injury, or other medically significant conditions
Provide excellent patient care during MR and/or CT procedure
Monitoring the patient for potentially dangerous physical and emotional changes
Evaluating test results for clarity and accuracy
Reviewing tests with peers and physicians
Informing physicians of preliminary findings as requested according to department procedures
Distributing completed test results to physicians and service providers
Preparing diagnostic information for physician interpretation
Maintaining patient charts, entering diagnosis and billing codes, logging data into patient information systems, and updating file systems for tests performed
Cleaning and sterilizing equipment and work space
Recognizing equipment malfunctions and readjusting equipment or writing referrals for repair
Instructing patients in pretest preparation, answering questions, and explaining procedures
Maintain compliance with Siemens, Hospital, and departmental policies and procedures
Complete regulatory and core process documents in a timely fashion.
Maintaining equipment according to Infection Control procedure
Maintains technical competency through continued education and participation in Siemens training programs
Under guidance and approval of site Radiologist/Cardiologist, administers contrast agents according to site-specific protocols
Maintains current permits and licenses to practice in all states in which services are performed
Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots problems.
Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members
Follows quality assurance guidelines and maintains patient confidentiality
Performs additional duties as required
Interact with client personnel and team members in an autonomous responsible, professional and ethical manner
Knowledge of sterile and surgical procedures.
Knowledge of MRI and CT equipment and safety in MRI and CT environment.
Must be flexible, reliable and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative.