MRI Tech Evenings

Baylor Scott & White Health; Killeen (TX); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits

401(k) with matching

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual from Day 1

Résumé du poste

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform MRI procedures under a Radiologist's supervision at Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple, TX. The role requires patient communication, adherence to safety protocols, and accurate documentation of imaging procedures.

The position includes benefits, potential call responsibilities, and a sign-on bonus for external candidates. This on-site role supports ambulatory and hospital patients with multmodality protocols.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Less than 1 year of MRI experience.
• BLS certification required.
• ARRT-MR or ARMRIT certification required.

Responsabilités

• Performs high quality MRI procedures according to exam protocol.
• Uses AIDET to communicate with patients and families.
• Positions patient and sets up equipment for MRI procedures.
• Follows safety, infection-control, and radiation policies.
• Maintains equipment and work area to standards of quality and cleanliness.
• Obtains and documents requisitions, patient history, and shielding precautions.
• Maintains medical imaging records per policy.
• May take call as required.

Connaissances

MRI experience

Patient communication

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

Shift: Monday-Friday, 12:30 PM- 9PM (call may be required)

Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 (external candidates only)

Location: Scott & White Memorial Hospital— Temple

• MRI experience required

Job Summary

The MRI Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.

Essential Functions Of The Role

Performs high quality MRI procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.

Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to: identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam.

Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.

Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.

Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment. Reports issues to management or appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory.

Ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.

Obtains, verifies and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies and procedures, etc.

Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Able to perform high quality MRI procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
• Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
• Able to provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.
• Able to perform tasks independently without need for routine oversight.
• Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.
• Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.
• Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores and developing action plans when required.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric.
• Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
• Able to take call, if required.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

American Reg MRI Tech (ARMRIT), ARRT-MR Magnetic Res Imaging (ARRT-MR): Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Magnetic Resonance Imaging ARRT(MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT).