MRI Technologist

City of Hope-posted 4 months ago

Newnan, GA

5,001-10,000 employees

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City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

Operates all Magnetic Resonance (MR)-related equipment and diagnostic radiography equipment in a safe and proficient manner.
Abides by and enforces all compliance requirements and policies.
Produces high quality images with a minimum of repeats.
Handles multiple room assignments and all different types of exams on a daily basis.
Communicates effectively with physicians, patients, families, and ancillary hospital personnel.
Ensures correct administration of contrast after evaluation of lab values and other pertinent patient history.
Questions patients regarding sensitivity to contrast media and/or other pharmaceutical levels.
Authenticates all physician orders prior to exam.
Maintains accurate records of exams performed.
Documents patient exam information in the Radiology Information System.
Performs quality assurance on equipment per manufacturer guidelines.
Ensures patient equipment remains functional during scanning period and contacts service as needed.
May participate in the modality accreditation process.
Participates in on-call rotation for MRI.

High School graduate or equivalent.
Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic Technology training in an AMA approved school.
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging, ARRT (R),(MR).
Current BLS is required, American Heart Association strongly preferred.
Completes a minimum of 24 hours of continuing education bi-annually.
Minimum of two years of experience after graduation in a major hospital preferred.

Knows cross-sectional anatomy of the head, thorax and abdomen, physiology and Magnetic Resonance Imaging and general radiography terminology, practices and procedures.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patient and family rights.
Ability to work independently, using sound judgment.
Demonstrates awareness of regulatory issues related to scope of practice and patient care.
Excellent communication skills: verbal and written.
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of emergency procedures related to patient care and equipment maintenance and operation.
Shows drive and creativity.
Willing to accept a challenge and take on additional responsibilities.

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