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