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Frederick Health · 3 months ago

MRI Technologist - Emergency Relief - (12 Hour Shifts, Rotating Weekends and Holidays)

Frederick, MD

Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$35.56/hr - $52.65/hr

2+ years exp

Frederick Health is a healthcare provider dedicated to serving the community, and they are seeking an MRI Technologist to perform a variety of procedures utilizing magnetic resonance imaging equipment. The role involves ensuring optimal imaging quality, patient care, and compliance with health standards.

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Responsibilities

Performs correct patient positioning and secures patients to MR table

Positions imaging coils correctly

Selects proper technical settings and scan protocols from computer menu. Performs MR procedures as defined

Transmits images to PACS for interpretation and for permanent record

Responsible for obtaining optimal MR images to provide the radiologist with information to assure that an accurate diagnosis is rendered

Evaluates MR images with radiologist

Monitors equipment status indicators to prevent damage

Performs daily quality control checks of the MR unit in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and accreditation requirements

Assesses patient sensitivity to contrast material through interview and screening

Assists radiologists in determining type and volume of IV contrast material to be administered

Obtains informed consent

Performs phlebotomy

Administers oral and IV contrast material

Responsible for cleanliness and orderliness of assigned workspace

Checks emergency equipment, drugs, and supplies for missing and/or expired items

Returns used equipment to its proper place

Ensures that patient records are complete and signed prior to examination

Executes a variety of tasks associated with the PACS, HIS and RIS systems

Takes emergency call as required; readily available when needed and responds in a timely manner

Qualification

MRI proceduresPatient positioningQuality control checksContrast administrationBLS CPR CertificationData entry skillsCustomer relationsTroubleshooting skillsStress managementCommunication skills

Required

Graduate of a CAHEA or JRCERT approved program as a Registered Technologist R.T. (R)

ARRT, ARMRIT, or CAMRT registered as an MR technologist; or ARRT registered or unlimited state license and 1 year of supervised MRI clinical scanning experience

Minimum 2 years' experience as a Registered Technologist R.T. (R) or MRI Technologist (MR)

BLS CPR Certification required

Must be capable of performing independently

Must possess excellent customer relation's skills avoiding antagonism, conflict, and undue anxiety

Good oral and written communication skills

Keyboard/ computer skills

Ability to handle stressful work with patients having potentially disabling or terminal conditions

Ability to trouble shoot and resolve minor equipment problems

Ability to recognize and respond to contrast medium reactions

Maintains technical expertise and competency of specialty job functions while maintaining any specific licensure or certifications

Participates in staff development and continuing education programs while sharing knowledge with new employees

Adherence with all hospital wide or departmental specific infection control prevention practices, policies, and procedures to mitigate the risk of infectious disease transmission

Application of all standard precaution techniques including but not limited to proper hand hygiene, wearing appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) such as gloves, mask and eye protection as warranted and following all exposure categories precautions

Responsible for cleaning of patient care equipment on regular basis with appropriate hospital-grade disinfectant when visibly soiled or after each patient use

Adherence to all hospital wide or departmental specific data entry and record management policies and procedures including but not limited to the following: accurate, timely, appropriate, complete, dated, timed, etc.…

Adherence and compliance with organizations Standards of Behavior, HR and/or departmental specific policies, procedures, and expectations

Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups: Neonate (0 thru 30 days), Infant (31 thru 12 months), Child (13 months thru 12 years), Adolescent (13 years thru 17 years), Adult (18 years thru 65 years), Geriatric (66+ years)

Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status

Possess the ability to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's/department's policies and procedures