PRN MRI Tech

WOOSTER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL JOB DESCRIPTION Radiology Technical Employees MAIN FUNCTION: Operate under the direction of the Imaging Services Director, and/or Manager.
For clinical direction the Medical Director of Radiology will have direct influence over the tasks performed.
The Imaging Services Technologist will perform exams that include Diagnostic Testing, Therapeutic Exams, and Moderate Interventional Procedures.
All Technologists will be responsible to identify the correct patient for the exam, evaluate the physician order for accuracy and pertinent clinical information, and perform a complete, accurate, quality; Diagnostic or Therapeutic exam.
It should be known that the patient population whom the exam is performed on may vary from neonate to geriatric.
Upon completion of the exam the Technologist will be required to complete the paperwork (computer completion) and inform the Radiologist the examination is available for interpretation.
The technologist at times based on patient workload volume may be required to assist and manage other responsibility demands as requested by Imaging management.
The Technologist will at all times be responsible for maintaining a HIPPA compliant, safe environment for each patient they serve.
RESPONSIBLE TO: All Imaging Services Employees will report to the Director of Imaging Services, as well as the Manager of Imaging Services MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS: Excellent intrapersonal skills Maintained BLS certification (Must be maintained while in the position) Technologists are required to be registered – For Radiographic, CT, MRI, Cardiac Cath Lab, Bone Density, Mammography, and Special Procedures Lab the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists will be the credentialing organization accepted.
Registered Technologists in Imaging Services wishing to transfer to a different modality are permitted to transfer with the expectation they become registered within 18 months of their transfer date.
For Nuclear Medicine staff the Nuclear Medicine Certification Board or the American Registry for Radiologic Technologists will be the credentialing organizations accepted.
For Ultrasound and Vascular Lab staff the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers will be credentialing organization accepted.
Registry eligible technologists can be hired in Imaging Services with the expectation they become registered within 18 months of hiring date.
ODH License will be needed for all modalities with the exception of Ultrasound Proven clinical and didactic capabilities Maintain required Continuing Education credits to hold current registration organization membership No written disciplinary action within the last 12 months PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES: Basic Computers skills with ability to navigate PACS / RIS 3 years previous experience in the field of Medical Imaging OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Employees in this position may be: Exposed to blood, body fluids and/or airborne pathogens, and are required to wear protective barriers.
Employees in this position must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, turn, crouch, and bend as necessary to complete radiology exam tasks.
Employees may be expected to work weekends, Holidays or possibly take call Subject to STHR (Short Term Hours Reduction) according to policy Practice ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) concept when performing exams resulting in radiation exposure to the patient POSITION EXPECTATIONS: All expectations detailed below are considered ADA (American Disabilities Act) Essential.
Teamwork Embraces teamwork Accepts and responds to change productively, while maintaining a positive attitude Demonstrates appropriate work place behavior and competence within job duties Demonstrates basic conflict resolution skills ______________________________________________________________________________ Communication Maintains awareness of verbal / non verbal communication in interactions with staff, other departments, physicians, patients and families Maintains patient confidentiality in all communication interactions: written, verbal, electronic and digital Collaborates and communicates effectively with all members of the health care team Demonstrates basic ability to initiate and manage crucial conversations Utilizes AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Expectations, Thank You) strategies to foster positive communication Demonstrates acceptance of supervisory authority, guidance, and instruction.
Follows appropriate chain of command.
Participates in team collaboration Reports patient observations and specific problems appropriately ____ Magnetic Resonance Imaging (Rad Tech) MAIN FUNCTION: MR Technologists assist the Radiologist/Physician with the process of imaging for diagnosing illness.
MR Technologist job descriptions include tasks such as: capturing the image, obtaining the best quality image, and ensuring the patients are comfortable and safe.
The MR Technologist must be able to effectively explain the procedure to the patient.
In addition, be sure that they are comfortable and at ease during the procedure; however, it is very important that they do what is necessary to obtain a high quality image that will be sufficient for thorough examination by the physician to allow for accurate interpretation and diagnosis.
Additional Position Expectations: Work with and take direction with the Medical Director of Radiology Perform other assignments as requested by the Imaging Services Director or Manager Non MRI registered technologists are expected that registry will be obtained within 18 months of hire.
Possess sufficient computer skills to perform responsibilities in PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) and RIS (Radiology Information System) MRI Safety Practice MR Safety maintaining an appropriate MR safe zones At all times screen individuals prior to granting entrance into scan room Maintain secure area at all times Work closely with the medical physicist to follow ODH (Ohio Department of Health) rules regarding MRI safety practices