MRI Tech, Full-time - Marina Del Rey, CA

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About The Position

The MRI Technologist performs generally non-complex Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans using approved procedures and protocols. The role follows standards of practice and departmental guidelines for speed, organization, precision, accuracy, and productivity, and performs scans appropriate to the patient population. The technologist also transports medications from the delivery area to authorized imaging areas. The position is full-time, day shift, with an 8-hour shift at Cedars-Sinai Marina Hospital in Marina Del Rey, California. A $7,500 sign-on bonus is listed.

Responsibilities

Perform MRI exams using approved procedures and protocols, following applicable standards of practice and department productivity standards.
Receive and transcribe verbal orders from licensed independent practitioners within the MRI technologist's scope of practice and according to institutional and departmental policies.
Preview MRI images, monitor them for accuracy, and prepare and send images to designated viewing systems.
Perform section-specific imaging quality control using established technical factors and image identification.
Ensure room supply inventory meets activity requirements and maintain the crash cart as needed.
Follow sterilization protocols and medication management and disposal guidelines.
Perform venipuncture.
Prepare and administer MRI, imaging, and adjunctive medications according to hospital medication-safety guidelines.
Enter accurate and timely documentation in applicable electronic medical records, workbooks, and logs.
Complete weekend and beginning- and/or end-of-shift duties as applicable to the shift assignment.
Operate, calibrate, and maintain imaging equipment and accessory instruments used for exams.
Immediately report defective equipment and mark it as out of service.
Participate in performance-improvement activities and department or organizational committees, including safety audits, turnaround-time projects, and customer-service initiatives.
Provide patient and family education appropriate to the patient's age and demographic population.