MRI Technologist I

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc.; Bixby (OK); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc. in Tulsa, OK seeks a Radiologic Technologist specialized in MRI to produce high-quality cross-sectional images for diagnostic purposes.

You will prepare, position, and monitor patients during MRI procedures, ensuring safety and comfort while maintaining accurate records. The role requires ARRT/ARMRIT registration with MRI registry preferred; 0–6 months related experience is noted.

Qualifikationen

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program or MRI-accredited program.
• ARRT or ARMRIT registration; MRI registry preferred.
• 0–6 months related experience.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Safety procedures for patients and staff.

Aufgaben

• Performs MRI examinations according to department policy and protocols.
• Prepares and positions patients for MRI procedures of various body parts.
• Sets up equipment (coils, monitoring devices) and positions patient accordingly.
• Performs quality control tests on department equipment and reports discrepancies.
• Collects and evaluates relevant examination information from scheduling, patient, and referring physician.
• Maintains departmental records and patient information per policy.
• Explains procedures clearly to patients and alleviates anxiety.
• Sends images to PACS, verifies exam completeness, and documents in logs.

Kenntnisse

Anatomy knowledge & physiology

Organizational skills

Patient interaction

Ausbildung

Accredited Radiologic Technology Program

MRI-accredited program

Tools

PACS system

MRI equipment & coils

Jobbeschreibung

Current Saint Francis Employees - Please click HERE to login and apply.This position is ECB status – requires a minimum number of worked hours per month as needed by the department; limited benefit offerings.VariableShift: Variable- needs to be available Days, Nights, Weekends, On CallJob Summary: Operates magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment to produce cross-sectional images of patient's body for diagnostic purposes.Minimum Education: Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program, or MRI accredited program.Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: Registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT). MRI registry preferred.Work Experience: 0 - 6 months related experience.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Ability to organize and prioritize work in a effective and efficient manner.Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Performs MRI examinations according to department policy and protocols. Includes preparing and positioning patients for MRI procedures of various parts of the body. Positioning includes setting up equipment (coils, monitoring devices, etc.) and patient in relation to each other to provide best demonstration of body part under study. Performs Quality Control tests on department equipment, reporting any discrepancies to the proper personnel. Collects and evaluates relevant examination information from scheduling, patient, and referring physician, including screening information. Maintains departmental records and patient information according to policy. Is responsive to patient's physical and psychological needs. Keeps patient informed. Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety. Listens to and answers patients questions with patience and courtesy. Performs safety procedures for outpatients, inpatients, patients' families, and for hospital staff. Screens patients and personnel for any metal object or implants on them that would cause harm to the patient or equipment. Ensures that no patient/visitor/healthcare worker enters scan room with metal objects or contraindicated implants. Evaluates results of scanning procedure for quality of results and completeness. Manipulates images through use of console keyboard and mouse to display to physician. Using terminal, can select all image display options. Recognizes problems and rectifies with respect to selection made of operation. Sends images to PACS system, evaluates exam for completeness, and verifies exam in timely manner. Develops a working knowledge of all PACS capabilities. Maintains accurate documentation on log book worksheet and charging of examination and all supplies. Seeks advice from appropriate resource when unsure of protocol or policy.Decision Making: Independent judgment in planning sequence of operations and making minor decisions in a complex technical or professional field.Working Relationships: Works directly with patients and/or customers. Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.Special Job Dimensions: None.Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.Radiology MRI - Yale CampusLocation:Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position. This statute allows employers to lawfully refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs or to discipline or discharge employees who work in safety-sensitive jobs if they test positive for marijuana, even if they have a valid license to use medical marijuana.EOE Protected Veterans/Disability