MRI Tech II - Children's Hospital of Richmond - Rotating

VCU Health•Richmond, VA

9d•$34 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist I job performs the practice of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and is responsible for the use of radiofrequencies (RF’s) within a magnetic field on humans of all ages (newborn to geriatric) for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes. The MRI technologist performs MRI procedures utilizing MRI scanners and power injectors producing cross sectional and 3D images at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner. The MRI technologists may also assist with interventional and therapeutic procedures and perform complex imaging reformatting. The MRI Technologist I job integrates scientific knowledge, technical skills, patient interaction and compassionate care resulting in diagnostic information. The MRI technologist recognizes patient conditions, assesses and monitors patient vital signs, and takes appropriate actions in emergency situations essential for successful completion of a procedure and to maintain quality patient care. The MRI Technologists must demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, computer technology, basic patient care and assessment techniques, MRI physics, and medical terminology. The MRI technologists must also maintain a high degree of accuracy in positioning and sequence techniques. The MRI Technologist must possess, utilize, and maintain knowledge of magnetic protection and safety, radiation protection, and safety and current complex scanning protocols. The MRI technologists are the primary liaison between patients, licensed independent practitioners and other members of the support team. The MRI technologists must remain sensitive to the physical and emotional needs of the patient through good communication, assessment, monitoring, and care skills. The MRI Technologists prepare, administer, and document activities related to medications in accordance with federal and state law as well as institutional policy. This job's participation in quality improvement processes and continuous assessment of performance is expected. The MRI Technologists think critically and use independent, professional, and ethical judgment in all aspects of work Engagement in continuing education to enhance patient care, public education, knowledge, and technical competence is expected in this role. The scope of practice for the MRI Technologist includes: Performing MRI procedures. Applying principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others. Selecting appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition. Determining and/or following appropriate imaging protocols. Documenting pertinent exam information in the medical record. Maintaining archival storage of imaging exams and associated documents. Assisting LIP with specialized interventional MRI procedures and applies appropriate aseptic surgical technique as needed. Maintaining records, respecting confidentiality and established policy. Applying the principles of patient safety during all aspects of MRI procedures, including assisting and transporting patients. Receiving, relaying, and documenting verbal, written, and electronic imaging orders in the patient’s medical record. Corroborating patient’s clinical history with the ordered procedure while ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner (LIP). Verifying informed consent. Assuming responsibility for patient needs before, during, and after procedures. Preparing patients for procedures. Applying principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others. Performing venipuncture per procedural protocol based on imaging order from a licensed independent practitioner. Starting and maintaining intravenous access per procedural protocol based on an imaging order for a LIP. Identifying, preparing, and /or administering medications generally associated with diagnostic imaging procedures as prescribed by a LIP. Labels all medications per institutional protocol. Evaluating images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded. Identifying and escalating emergency situations and managing until appropriate LIP, EMS, MERT, RRT, or Code Team arrives to assume control. Providing patient education related to imaging procedures. Educating, mentoring and general oversight of students and other learners in the Radiology environment. Participating and/or performing ongoing quality assurance activities.

Requirements

Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT), or Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registry or NMTCB prior to first day of employment, or Certification by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
Certification by ARRT-MRI New Hires: ARRT-MR within 24 months of employment
Current Employees: ARRT- MR required within 12 months of Crosswalk into Level I Team member must meet eligibility requirements and progress to Imaging Technologist Advancement Program
Clinical Ladder Level 2 within 24 months of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS for Healthcare Providers)
Graduation from a JRC Accredited Program in Radiologic Technology that is recognized by the ARRT; or Graduation from a JRCNMT accredited program in nuclear medicine technology
Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Prolonged standing
Prolonged sitting
Walking (distance)
Prolonged computer interaction
Strong recall
Reasoning
Problem solving
Hearing
Speak clearly
Write legibly
Reading
Logical thinking
Vision
Fast pace environment
Able to handle multiple priorities
Frequent and intense customer interactions
Noisy environment
Able to adapt to frequent change
Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific manager or supervisor.
Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing needs of the health system.
On-call, weekend and other after hours coverage may be required based on workload demand and staffing needs of the health system.
MRI Technologists are considered “Essential Employees” who may be required to report to work in accordance with the VCUHS Policy.
Must have immediate access to a home phone or cell phone.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of previous MRI work experience
Previous work experience in an academic medical center environment
Bachelor’s Degree in Radiologic Technology or closely related field from an accredited program
Lead technologist functions such as coordinating work assignments, workflow, and staffing for an assigned shift/area; serve as clinical or technical resource; provide training.

Responsibilities

Performs the practice of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and is responsible for the use of radiofrequencies (RF’s) within a magnetic field on humans of all ages (newborn to geriatric) for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes.
Performs MRI procedures utilizing MRI scanners and power injectors producing cross sectional and 3D images at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.
Assists with interventional and therapeutic procedures and performs complex imaging reformatting.
Integrates scientific knowledge, technical skills, patient interaction and compassionate care resulting in diagnostic information.
Recognizes patient conditions, assesses and monitors patient vital signs, and takes appropriate actions in emergency situations essential for successful completion of a procedure and to maintain quality patient care.
Demonstrates an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, computer technology, basic patient care and assessment techniques, MRI physics, and medical terminology.
Maintains a high degree of accuracy in positioning and sequence techniques.
Possesses, utilizes, and maintains knowledge of magnetic protection and safety, radiation protection, and safety and current complex scanning protocols.
Acts as the primary liaison between patients, licensed independent practitioners and other members of the support team.
Remains sensitive to the physical and emotional needs of the patient through good communication, assessment, monitoring, and care skills.
Prepares, administers, and documents activities related to medications in accordance with federal and state law as well as institutional policy.
Participates in quality improvement processes and continuous assessment of performance.
Thinks critically and uses independent, professional, and ethical judgment in all aspects of work.
Engages in continuing education to enhance patient care, public education, knowledge, and technical competence.
Performs MRI procedures.
Applies principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
Selects appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition.
Determines and/or follows appropriate imaging protocols.
Documents pertinent exam information in the medical record.
Maintains archival storage of imaging exams and associated documents.
Assists LIP with specialized interventional MRI procedures and applies appropriate aseptic surgical technique as needed.
Maintains records, respecting confidentiality and established policy.
Applies the principles of patient safety during all aspects of MRI procedures, including assisting and transporting patients.
Receives, relays, and documents verbal, written, and electronic imaging orders in the patient’s medical record.
Corroborates patient’s clinical history with the ordered procedure while ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner (LIP).
Verifies informed consent.
Assumes responsibility for patient needs before, during, and after procedures.
Prepares patients for procedures.
Applies the principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
Performs venipuncture per procedural protocol based on imaging order from a licensed independent practitioner.
Starts and maintains intravenous access per procedural protocol based on an imaging order for a LIP.
Identifies, prepares, and /or administers medications generally associated with diagnostic imaging procedures as prescribed by a LIP.
Labels all medications per institutional protocol.
Evaluates images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded.
Identifies and escalates emergency situations and manages until appropriate LIP, EMS, MERT, RRT, or Code Team arrives to assume control.
Provides patient education related to imaging procedures.
Educates, mentors and provides general oversight of students and other learners in the Radiology environment.
Participates and/or performs ongoing quality assurance activities.
Independently performs or assists the licensed independent practitioner in the completion of all MRI imaging exams, interventional MRI procedures, and therapeutic MRI procedures utilizing all MRI scanners and associated technology on site at VCUHS.
Independently completes imaging exams based on physicians written order, department protocols, and institutional safety standards.
Evaluates and reacts to information contained on the MRI Safety Checklist as well as the MRI contrast checklist.
Prioritizes workload based on ordered patient priority.
Represents the goals, values, and vision of VCU Health System.
Ensures adherence to regulatory standards, health system and department policies, procedures, processes, and guidelines applicable to role.
Resolves basic service delivery issues.
Initiates equipment service calls.