Overview
Job Summary:
Performs diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) procedures by utilizing equipment, computers, employing techniques and procedures in accordance with accepted age appropriate standards of practice. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of magnetic field strength and practice of safe entry into the magnetic field by staff and patients.
Education/Experience:
- Associate's degree from an accredited AMA School in related area with two years' experience in area of specialty.
Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration:
- Registered and licensed by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in MRI or by other area of specialty
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
Essential Functions:
- Performs or assists in performing MRI procedures and/or diagnostic tests.
- Maintains working knowledge of variations in current protocols and imaging techniques.
- Ensures availability of supplies and readiness of MRI scanners.
- Ensures readiness of emergency equipment and supplies, recognizes and reacts appropriately to potential emergency situations.
- Provides instruction, education, and consultation to healthcare personnel, students, and patients to promote and improve quality of patient care.
- Maintains files and compiles records according to procedure as required for accurate and current departmental records and/or reports.
- Maintains coordination of activities with others to accomplish work objectives.
- Maintains appropriate education/credentials to accomplish work objectives.
- Participates in planning by establishing personal goals to support quality improvement efforts and contribute to the achievement of departmental objectives.
- Ensures age/developmentally appropriate patient care is provided in accordance with Age Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served to ensure patient's needs are met.
- Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communications skills, interpersonal relationships, and team building.
Skills/Qualifications:
- Excellent oral, written, and listening communication skills
- Ability to provide direct and indirect patient care
- Ability to prioritize clinical responsibilities
- Ability to work in a fast paced, potentially stressful environment
Work Environment:
- Contact with patients, family members, visitors, coworkers and medical staff under a wide variety of circumstances
- Ability to work with infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and older adult patients
- Exposure to hazardous substances, infectious diseases, body fluids, processor chemicals, and ionizing radiation