MRI Technologist 2, JMH Radiology MRI, Full Time, Days

Jackson Health•Miami, FL

76d•Onsite

About The Position

MRI Technologist performs skilled work in Magnetic Resonance Imaging dealing with computerizes scans and using complex equipment in completing specialized diagnostic studies.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited program in Radiologic Technology with additional training in MR is required.
Valid Florida State license as a Radiology Technologist is required.
Employees hired BEFORE 2/1/2017 MUST obtain the required ARRT Certification by 12/31/2017.
Employees who have completed training at JHS may be granted a grace period of 6 months upon hire to obtain the required certification.
Any new hires with external training must have the required certification at the time of hire.
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification with at least 6 months validity required.
Basic Life Support (BLS)

Responsibilities

Performs all functions of an MRI Technologist I as required.
Maintains the flow of inpatients and outpatients within the department.
Assists the supervisor in the role of Safety Officer.
Reviews all prescreening forms with employees to ensure patient safety prior to exams.
Provides shift-to-shift reports—verbally or via email—regarding priority, STAT, and emergency cases, as well as any departmental irregularities (e.g., equipment issues requiring follow-up, unexpected staff absences).
Notifies the supervisor of any abnormalities that arise during the shift.
Reviews outpatient orders and triage status.
Reviews inpatient requisitions with the MRI Fellow to ensure the correct study is ordered.
Communicates with MRI Fellows regarding priority, STAT, and emergency cases scheduled during the shift.
Ensures technologists are in their assigned areas and following proper procedural protocols.
Ensures technologists assigned to a magnet respond to local calls from the reading room.
Assists in training students and new employees.
Contacts equipment service when needed and follows up on outstanding issues.
Resolves problems with pending exams in Cerner.
Reviews the worklist daily.
Performs daily QA to ensure high-quality imaging.
Identifies and corrects discrepancies or issues in PACS.
Assists the supervisor with implementing new imaging protocols.
Supports departmental quality improvement initiatives.
Assists the supervisor with ordering supplies.
Operates a magnet and provides lunch coverage as needed.
Collaborates with the MRI nurse and MSA to coordinate workflow.
Checks in and checks out appointments in Cerner as necessary.
Creates client billing encounters for outpatients.
Assumes supervisory duties in the supervisor's absence.
Demonstrates behaviors aligned with service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Expertise).
Performs all other related duties as assigned.