MRI / X-Ray Imaging Technologist Part-Time

ELM Management Services•Marietta, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At ELM Management Services, the MRI and X-Ray Technologist is responsible for ensuring all patient scans are conducted in a timely manner, maintaining all regulatory and credentialing requirements through IAC, and providing a high level of customer service to both patients and internal Legacy Staff. This role reports to the Chief Operating Officer.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology or a related field required.
Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program or equivalent hospital-based program.
1-2 years’ prior MRI/X-ray technologist experience.
Must meet pre-employment requirements and maintain all applicable state and job-related guidelines for background screening.
Depending on state-specific requirements, this may include drug testing, health screening, CPR/Basic First Aid, and license/credential verifications.
Ability to use discretion and work independently under general supervision.
Ability to understand and adhere to the Professional Code of Conduct.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of MRI quality control procedures and the ability to troubleshoot problems with equipment or exams.
Knowledge of medical terminology and diagnosis/procedure coding desired.
Preferred Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology or a related field.

Responsibilities

Contact patients prior to the scan date to obtain a medical history, discuss what to wear, and assure patients can fit comfortably in the machine.
Prescreen for ferromagnetic objects to ensure a successful image.
Review orders in EClinicalWorks for specific areas to scan.
Protect the patient by shielding exposed areas that do not need to be imaged.
Position the patient and the equipment to maximize image quality.
Operate the approved software to record the image.
Assist the providers with the images, and decide if additional images need to be taken.
Complete the reports in the PACS system to prepare scans for reading.
Provide each patient with a CD of the recorded images.
Maintain patient records.
Take X-Rays as ordered.
Adjust, maintain and work with Esaote technician to ensure the machines are operating as designed.
Responsible for maintaining accreditation through IAC.
Operate the C-Arm machine as needed.
Perform any other tasks as assigned related to medical imaging and diagnostics.