MRI Technologist Aide

Shields Health; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 40,000; Part time

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Benefits

Job summary

Shields Health Care Group in Framingham, MA, seeks a Technologist Aide to support MRI operations on Saturdays. This 10-hour shift runs 7:30am–6:00pm at Shields MRI, providing a patient-centered, safe environment and assisting the technologist during exams.

You will set up the exam room, prepare coils, ensure clean linens, assist with patient interviews, explain procedures, and help patients get on/off the table.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CPR certification required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required.
• Must be able to assist patients with mobility difficulties.
• Must be able to push, pull, and lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.

Responsibilities

• Follow all proper policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety at all times.
• Assist Technologist in setting up the room.
• Set up proper coil for exam.
• Ensure there is clean linen.
• Make available any items, which may assist the patients setup.
• Assist in the patient interview process.
• Safety checklist.
• Explain procedure to patient.
• Reassure the patient if anxious.
• Assist technologist in setting the patient for exam.
• Aid the patient getting on table.
• Ensure all safety devices are in place.
• Help makes the patient comfortable.
• Assist technologist upon completion of exam.
• Remove the patient from bore.
• Remove all safety equipment.
• Aid the patient off the table and assist to changing area.
• Assist in checking that all paperwork is complete.
• Assist getting all prior pertinent exams.
• Assist with Tech Data Entry.
• Assist with the cleaning and stocking of exam rooms.

Skills

CPR certification

Interpersonal skills

Mobility assistance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary:Shields Health Care Group is a leading medical provider in New England, operating in one of the most fascinating business environments today – Healthcare. Our world-class team is made up of innovative thinkers and enthusiastic collaborators who take pride in delivering the highest quality care to the patients and medical professionals we serve at more than 40 locations. It’s a great time to be a part of the Shields team as we grow and diversify our services by investing in our people, technology and culture. We’ve created a challenging work environment driven by our talented people, with a unique philosophy of care that sets us apart today and tomorrow.The Technologist Aide will provide a professional, caring atmosphere to all customer groups, assist technical staff while maintaining a fast-paced medical environment.Job Description:This is a 10-hour position (every Saturday 7:30a-6:00p) at Shields MRI in Framingham.What you will doFollow all proper policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety at all times.Assist Technologist in setting up the room.Set up proper coil for examEnsure there is clean linenMake available any items, which may assist the patients setup.Assist in the patient interview process.Safety check list.Symptoms and history.Determine if prior exams.Make sure patient is properly dressed for exam.Explain procedure to patient.Reassure the patient if anxious.Assist technologist in setting the patient for exam.Aid the patient getting on table.Ensure all safety devices are in place.Help makes the patient comfortable.Assist technologist upon completion of exam.Remove the patient from bore.Remove all safety equipment.Aid the patient off the table and assist to changing area.Assist in checking that all paperwork is complete.Assist getting all prior paper work.Assist getting all prior pertinent exams.Assist in checking that prior exams are on the appropriate workstation.Assist with Tech Data Entry.Assist with the cleaning and stocking of exam rooms.What you need:High School Diploma or equivalent.CPR certification required.Excellent interpersonal skills required.Must be able to assist patients with mobility difficulties. Must be able to push, pull, and lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.Additional Job Description:The pay range for this position is $17/hr-$29/hr + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.It is not intended that this Job Description include all details of the work functions of this position. The incumbent will perform work of a lower or equivalent classification as required or directed, and work of higher classification for training and development purposes or as situationally warranted.Shields Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.