Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist - PT, Evenings
Company: Prisma Health
Location: Greer
Posted on: October 22, 2024
Job Description:
Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.Job
SummaryResponsible for the independent operation of the MRI
equipment achieving high-quality images, maintaining an optimal
level of patient care, while working with patients of all ages.
Responsible for screening all patients and staff entering into zone
3 and 4 to ensure magnet safety.Essential Functions
- All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant
with Prisma Health's values: -Inspire health. -Serve with
compassion. -Be the difference.
- Performs all procedures proficiently and strives to maintain
high quality. This includes proper positioning, choosing
appropriate coils, and thorough knowledge of scanning protocols.
Imaging studies must be completed in a timely manner, charged
appropriately, and then taken to the radiologist for interpretation
as soon as possible after the completion of the exam.
- Identifies patients using two patient identifiers. Communicates
with patient and/or medical staff concerning MR safety
questionnaire and other pertinent clinical history. Obtains
completed questionnaire and proper history to ensure magnet safety
for patients entering department. Communicates with appropriate
medical staff any sedation needs of the patient. Informs patients
and families of delays.
- Prepares scan room for procedures using approved cleaning
protocols. Appropriately discards sharps and maintains appropriate
level of supplies and linen in rooms.
- Properly prepares and administers contrast materials associated
with MRI procedure that are within scope of practice as prescribed
by a physician or in approved Radiology protocol
- Implements emergency procedures, as needed.
- Performs department and hospital related computer functions
pertinent to job. Enters and records all data accurately and
promptly.
- Exhibits competency in performing quality control tasks
associated with equipment and procedures to ensure standards are
met.
- Stays abreast of organizational, affiliate and departmental
changes/updates by checking email on each shift.
- Provides clinical instruction to staff technologists and
students. As needed, will prepare staff schedules to ensure
department is staffed properly and coordinate daily workflow.
- Performs other duties as assigned.Supervisory/Management
Responsibilities
- This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor,
manager, director or executive.Minimum Requirements
- Education - Certification Program. Graduate of accredited
Radiologic Technology program
- Experience - No experience required.In Lieu Of
- Team members in this job as of 11/08/2020 are grandfathered
from the minimum requirements listed above pending state and
regulatory requirements.Required Certifications, Registrations,
Licenses
- ARRT registered in Radiology & MRI; OR ARRT registered in MRI;
OR ARMRIT-American Registry of MRI certification
- BLSKnowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier)
- Proficient computer skills (database)
- Data entry skills
- Mathematical skillsWork ShiftEvening (United States of
America)LocationGreer Medical CampusFacility1004 Greer Memorial
HospitalDepartment10047123 Magnetic Resonance ImagingShare your
talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for
the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of
healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at
Prisma Health.
Keywords: Prisma Health, Athens , Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist - PT, Evenings, Other , Greer, Georgia
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