MRI Technologist - Sharp Memorial Hospital - Variable Shift - Per Diem

Sharp HealthCare • San Diego, CA

2d • $55 - $79

About The Position

To perform a wide variety of technical procedures with quality patient care, assisting Physicians as needed.

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of formal training program in an AMA approved school and meets the requirements of an appropriate State and/or Federal mandated certification or equivalent.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
• ARMRIT Certification - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists OR Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certification (MR)(ARRT) - ARRT -REQUIRED

Nice To Haves

• 1 Year MRI experience.

Responsibilities

• Verify physicians written order and assures appropriate clinical indication of ordered exams.
• Begin exams in RIS.
• Accurately complete exams in RIS, filling out appropriate information (contrast, fluoroscopy time, QC, resource, technical modifiers, technologist/student/RN/Radiologist).
• Provide correct coding of exams, billing modifiers, supplies.
• Depart patient in RIS when appropriate.
• Ensure film jacket is properly labeled.
• Ensure paperwork is filed appropriately.
• Provides pre and post procedure education and reassurance to include but not limited to: What the procedure is, how long it is going to take, physician involved, contrast administration and mode of delivery, positioning, instructions related to procedure, the report, patient satisfaction form, etc.
• Interacts and communicates in a manner to reflect an understanding of the patient's age, culture, state of health, level of comprehension.
• Communicates and interacts with the patient's family in a way that is perceived positive and supportive while maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Understands and applies appropriate imaging techniques.
• Positions according to department imaging protocols.
• Labels and identifies studies correctly using legal marker set.
• Uses imaging equipment proficiently.
• Uses imaging agents (contrast) according to protocol.
• Verifies patient identification and pregnancy status.
• Implements safe, efficient and therapeutic care.
• Assists Radiologist in procedures while practicing sterile techniques to prevent cross-contamination.
• Performs proper procedure on proper patient.
• Demonstrates knowledge of universal precautions.
• Observes the patient, reports any changes in status, and initiates appropriate action to ensure a positive outcome.
• Follows patient's Advanced Directive.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality, keeps work discussion professional and limited to private areas.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees