Technologist, MRI, Hillsboro, Variable, On-call

Kaiser Permanente; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as an MRI Technologist, where you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services. In this position, you'll perform MRI examinations with precision and care, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the process. Your expertise will contribute to accurate diagnoses while providing exceptional customer service to patients of all ages. This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills in a supportive environment that values patient care and professional development.

Qualifications

• Certification in Radiologic Technology and MRI required.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI exams according to established protocols and ensure patient safety.
• Provide service-oriented communication and explain procedures to patients.
• Maintain cleanliness and order of assigned room and materials.

Skills

MRI Imaging

Patient Care

Customer Service

Venipuncture

Quality Assurance

Education

Radiologic Technology Certification

MRI Certification

Job description

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, performs diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) examinations according to established imaging protocols. Provides efficient and effective patient care in the production of high-quality diagnostic MRI examinations. Provides a high level of customer service, performing in a manner consistent with KPNW mission and philosophy. Performs MRI exams and procedures on patients of all ages. Maintains patient safety.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Reviews orders and daily schedule; consults with attending Radiologists, Physicians and Registered Nurses as necessary to confirm correct exam. Performs MRI studies according to established imaging protocols, and consults with the radiologist, if needed for alternative imaging sequences. Utilizes knowledge, skills and abilities required for age of patient served, to include: Routine, emergent, examinations in accordance with department policies and procedures. Receives and double identifies patients using appropriate criteria prior to performing the study ordered. Maintain and follows all MRI safety guidelines. Ensures accuracy of information and data entry. Provides service-oriented communications with patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures, obtain patient history and conduct imaging screens (e.g., checking for in-vivo metal objects); correlates requested exam with patient history and diagnosis and answers questions. Positions patient as required for requested exam and uses appropriate coils and sequences for desired examination or procedure. Assumes responsibilities for the needs of patient during procedure.
• Venipuncture with administration of contrast material intravenously by hand or prepares, loads, programs and operates the contrast injector.
• Maintains all materials needed and linen supply on daily basis; maintains general order and cleanliness of room assigned.
• Other duties as assigned: Quality Assurance functions. Participates in on-call or standby schedule as required.