MRI Technologist - Non Registered (36 Hours/Week)

Springfield Clinic; Springfield (IL); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Springfield Clinic seeks an MRI Technologist - Non-Registered to perform MRI procedures and support physicians with protocol selection. The role requires providing high-quality scans, assisting radiologists, and ensuring safety during imaging.

The candidate must graduate from an approved A.C.R. program, pursue ARRT MRI registration within a year, and obtain CPR certification within 30 days of hire. Flexibility in hours is required.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate of an approved A.C.R. school.
• Registered MRT required within one year of hire.
• CPR certification within 30 days of hire.

Aufgaben

• Produce quality MRI scans and anticipate additional imaging needs.
• Identify pathology and provide radiologist with relevant images.
• Prepare MRI for radiologist to read and obtain prior studies.
• Maintain patient history and logs; assist patient in and out of MRI unit.

Kenntnisse

Venipuncture

Professional conduct

Interpersonal skills

Stress management

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Lead apron safety

Patient assistance

Ausbildung

ACR-accredited program

Tools

MRI scanner

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist - Non - Registered is responsible for performing MRI's, and assisting physicians as required in the selection of practical applications and protocols.

Job Description

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist - Non - Registered is responsible for performing MRI's, and assisting physicians as required in the selection of practical applications and protocols.

Job Relationships

Reports to the Advanced Imaging Operations Manager

Principal Responsibilities

• Must be certified MRI technologist or willing to sign an agreement to attend formal classes, obtain clinical experience and pass MRI certifying examination.
• Produce quality MRI scans and be able to anticipate when additional imaging may be needed.
• Good knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
• Know the capabilities of the computer/scanner.
• Identify pathology and provide radiologist with additional images as needed to provide all relevant information.
• Operate dry laser printer.
• Prepare MRI for radiologist to read.
• Obtain outside previous or comparison exams.
• Familiar with pressure injector and contract agent doses.
• Familiar with quench policy procedure.
• Familiar with contract material and possible reactions.
• Obtain complete patient history.
• Keep log of all patients.
• Familiar with all aspects of magnetic safety.
• Help out in the main department when time allows.
• Must be able to adapt to flexible working hours.
• Use of computers and telephone required.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to SC Way customer service philosophy.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Must be a graduate of an approved A.C.R school.

Licenses/Certificates

• Must be registered and in good standing in American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in magnetic resonance required within one year of hire.
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must be proficient in venipuncture.
• Must maintain professional behavior.
• Must be able to adjust to various personalities and situations.
• Must have the ability to control emotions and maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment.
• Must possess manual dexterity to use keyboard and handle equipment and appliances.
• Must be capable of pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, lifting and twisting.
• Must be able to work with arms above head.
• Must be able to wear lead apron for long periods of time.
• Must be able to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to assist patient to and from MRI unit.

Working Environment

• Will be exposed to fumes from cleaning agents or x-ray film processor chemicals, in limited areas.
• Will be exposed to conditions including exposure to blood and bodily fluids, tissue, contagious diseases and/or potentially hazardous materials.
• Occasional heavy lifting required.

PHI/Privacy Level

Level 2: Tasks that do not require unlimited access but normal course of employment or special conditions may require unplanned and unsupervised access to Protected Health Information.