MRI Technologist - PRN

Shepherd Center•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist is responsible for the delivery of quality imaging services to patients (geriatrics, adults, and adolescents) of Shepherd Center. This multi-faceted role is instrumental to the success of the imaging department and provides important information to physicians and providers for the establishment of optimal patient care. The Technologist combines clinical applications with that of anatomy and physiology education to deliver successful clinical operations and patient outcomes.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology (or equivalent) program.
Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
Minimum of one (1) year experience in performing MRI procedures.
Use and safety of radiology equipment
Active Listening
Excellent Communication
Superior Customer Service skills required
Ability to Work Independently
Ability to Prioritize and problem solve
Time Management
Teamwork
Flexibility

Nice To Haves

A new graduate may be considered.
Varied experience with several brands of MRI equipment is preferred educational program in Radiology Technology.
2 years’ experience preferred

Responsibilities

Schedules patients and prioritizes exams based on clinical need.
Reviews and verifies orders before beginning exams.
Reviews the patient EMR for safety concerns that could alter the quality of the exam or affect patient care.
Prepares patient and room for exams and explains the procedure, transfers patient using proper lifting and transfer techniques, positions patient and assists patient as needed during the exam.
Performs clinical evaluation of all patients and performs exams specifically as stated in the physician order.
Observes patient and equipment during procedures and reports any unusual occurrences in relation to patient condition to the Imaging Supervisor.
Delivers all images to PACS and the Radiologist and ensures receipt of exam dictation.
Rotate through other imaging departments and will aid other staff to achieve all patient care standards, as needed and determined by the Imaging Supervisor.
Completes all daily tasks for optimal departmental operation.
Provides a line of communication regarding department affairs amongst department staff, other clinical staff, and physicians.
Reports departmental concerns to the Imaging Supervisor.
Attends department staff meetings.
Manages inventory of supplies.
Maintains all center-wide requirements such as annual Employee Health requirements, ARW's and competencies
Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with Center and departmental policies and procedures.
Responsible for the reporting of employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the supervisor and in the occurrence notification system.
Monitors and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and policies and procedures related to area of responsibility.
Identifies potential risk areas within area of responsibility and supports problem resolution process.
The imaging staff member will provide support to Managers and Lead Techs to ensure exams are completed in compliance with ACR criteria.