MRI Technologist- Full-time Days

Cape Fear Valley Health

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs all MRI routine procedures for the diagnostic treatment of specified diseases or conditions. Major Job Functions The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time: Perform all routine procedures designated within the MRI Section of Radiology Department Demonstrates competency and efficiency in the treatment, care of and interaction with all patients of any age to include neo-natal, newborns, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics Responsible for assessing and clearing the patient for MRI safety Reviews the physician order or patient chart for appropriate order, diagnosis and physicians signature Confirms the signed Patient MRI Interview Form Prepares the patient for the procedure, answers any questions or refers questions to the radiologist assigned Responsible for beginning and ending the procedure in the computer system to ensure proper billing for services and to maintain department productivity relative to work area Provides a safe environment to include but not limited to magnetic field exposure, infection control guidelines and Universal Precautions Maintains good guest relations with patients, visitors, hospital staff and medical staff to include the use of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation and Thank you) Monitors the quality of care based on on-going monitors striving for continuous quality improvement Other duties as assigned

Requirements

ARRT Registered required or Graduate from an Associate in Applied Science in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), required
Any applicant not registered as an ARRT in MRI must provide documentation of application with the ARRT to sit for the MRI registry
Registered in MRI with the ARRT is required post one (1) year of hiring date. Failure to achieve registration post one (1) year, will result in termination of employment
1-2 years preferred
Communication skills
Manual dexterity and visual acuity
Knowledge of growth and development
Knowledge of the range of treatment needed for all age groups to include neo-natal, newborns, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
Ability to lift 100 lbs./carry objects up to 50 lbs. and be able to bend
May involve skin, eye, or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious material
ARRT - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists

Responsibilities

Perform all routine procedures designated within the MRI Section of Radiology Department
Demonstrates competency and efficiency in the treatment, care of and interaction with all patients of any age to include neo-natal, newborns, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics
Responsible for assessing and clearing the patient for MRI safety
Reviews the physician order or patient chart for appropriate order, diagnosis and physicians signature
Confirms the signed Patient MRI Interview Form
Prepares the patient for the procedure, answers any questions or refers questions to the radiologist assigned
Responsible for beginning and ending the procedure in the computer system to ensure proper billing for services and to maintain department productivity relative to work area
Provides a safe environment to include but not limited to magnetic field exposure, infection control guidelines and Universal Precautions
Maintains good guest relations with patients, visitors, hospital staff and medical staff to include the use of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation and Thank you)
Monitors the quality of care based on on-going monitors striving for continuous quality improvement
Other duties as assigned