MRI Tech Aide

South Shore Health • Weymouth, MA

3d • $17 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the oversight of the MRI Supervisor and/or Lead Technologist, this role assists the MRI Technologist in performing a variety of duties and procedures necessary for the everyday operations of the MRI Department and patient schedule. The position involves patient screening, assisting with patient transfers and positioning, maintaining the cleanliness and stocking of scan rooms, and utilizing various software applications for communication and record-keeping. The role also emphasizes adherence to safety protocols, compliance with regulations, and providing patient and family-centered care.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED completion is required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Required
• Must have excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must maintain a professional manner and appearance
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work in a healthcare setting
• Basic knowledge of personal computer (PC) systems, ability to learn basic scheduling software, and work with word processing applications
• Demonstrated skills in customer service
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)

Nice To Haves

• Medical terminology helpful
• varied shifts as needed, including weekends

Responsibilities

• Follows all MRI Safety Policies.
• Screens patients, obtains pertinent clinical history before MRI examination and reviews with the MRI Technologist.
• Greets patients in a prompt and courteous manner.
• Assists patient with changing for the exam.
• Assists in sliding patient on and off stretcher to MRI scan table.
• Assists Technologist with positioning of patients.
• Assists Technologist in changing MRI coils.
• Assists patient in and out of the scan room.
• Transports patient when needed.
• Conducts proper discharge of patient.
• Assists in monitoring safe access to the MRI suite.
• Ensures the stocking of scan rooms and linen closets.
• Completes special projects as requested by management.
• Read and responds to all e-mails appropriately.
• Utilizes all software applications required by departmental standards.
• Access Outlook to review email, WorkDay, Epic, and PACS as applicable.
• Participates in continued learning and possesses a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
• Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.
• Works within legal, regulatory, and ethical practice standards relevant to the position.
• Complies with applicable policies and procedures.
• Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information.
• The employee complies with policies and procedures relating to SSHS’s privacy and security programs.
• Brings potential compliance issues to MRI Supervisor, Diagnostic Imaging Executive Director, or VP of Clinical and Ancillary Services.
• Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy, and security programs.
• Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact.
• Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness.
• Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed.
• Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services - such as, interpreter services and on-line sources.
• Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family.
• Recognizes the patient, and family according to patient preferences, as important members of the health care team.
• Collaborates with the patient, and family according to patient preferences, in planning, implementing, and evaluating care.
• Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events.
• Successfully answers safety questions in annual mandatory education program.
• Understands individual roles/responsibilities during hospital codes (e.g., Code Red).
• Utilizes proper body mechanics when performing all aspects of job.
• Maintains a neat, organized work environment.
• Verifies patient identification with 2 identifiers prior to the start of any procedure.
• Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing.
• Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
• Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access.

Benefits

• South Shore Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system offering primary and specialty care, hospital care, home health and community care, emergency and urgent care, and preventative and wellness services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED