MRI TECHNOLOGIST **$10,000 Sign On Bonus** - Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center

SOUTHEASTERN OHIO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

CAMBRIDGE, OHIO

JOB SUMMARY

  MRI TECHNOLOGIST

Under the direct supervision of the Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor and under the general supervision of the Medical Director of Diagnostic Imaging and the Radiologists; transports and positions patients; performs MRI procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision; performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for MRI diagnosis; maintains adequate records of procedures performed; act professionally while on duty to serve as a role model for Student Technologists.

WORK PERFORMED

1. Obtain and examine MRI requests in order to be aware of information such as: procedure, patient’s condition and any other special notes or comments.

1. Review history and pull old films for review with Radiologists.

1. May transport patients to the MRI department for procedures ordered by the attending physician and informs the nursing staff when patients leave and/or return.  Sign charts/documents where indicated.

1. Question patient before procedures to obtain a history; always question female patients of childbearing age as to whether they are pregnant.  By utilizing the MRI patient screening form, screen patients prior to study for any contraindicated devices (pacemakers, aneurysm clips, etc.) 

1. Teach or educate the individual patient and or patient family (depending on age of patient) what to expect about the patient’s examination before the exam(s) begin and document this action. Identification of the claustrophobic and or apprehensive patient and provide education and reassurance to them.

1. Performance of CT scans according to procedures outlined in manual unless otherwise directed by Radiologist.

1. Mix and administer Paramagnetic Contrast solutions under Radiologist direction.

1. May inject iodinated or other contrast material in accordance with established department guidelines, when authorized by the Radiologist, after the Technologist has demonstrated his/her competency in this respect.

1. Process film in accordance with printer manufacturer established procedures.

1. Provides protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.

1. Maintains Magnetic Field Safety Zones, making certain no magnetic objects enter the exam room.

1. Uses proper sterile and aseptic techniques as required.

1. Practices safe Universal Blood and Body Fluid Precautions as per signed document at associate evaluation time.

1. Maintains adequate records on procedures performed and files films for future reference.

1. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness in the department, and sees that equipment is properly cared for and turned off (as needed) at the end of the workday.

1. Rotates through the schedule as required to insure adequate coverage for the department.

1. Will accept working overtime to assure proper patient care.

1. As required, participation in the CQI program.

1. Performs QA phantom test on a daily basis unless more is requested to help keep scanner performance consistent.  Reports any major changes to field service personnel.

1. Assist in performing first aid as necessary.

1. In the absence of the Diagnostic Imaging Director, may be designated as acting Supervisor.

1. Keeps MRI Department properly stocked for daily operation.

1. Act as role model at all times (especially when students are observing).

1. Performs other duties as assigned by the Department Director.

1. Assist in the scheduling of patient exams as well as performing exams added to the schedule in a timely manner when possible.

Mental Application:

Consistent mental attention is required by the nature of the work.  Primary mental involvement is in attention to the details of the procedures performed.

Accuracy:

Most of the work requires a consistently high level of accuracy while some duties require exacting performance.

Public Relations:

The position provides the opportunity for considerable influence for the good of the hospital due to the necessity of frequent contact with physicians, patients and other hospital personnel.

Frequent opportunities to interpret or present facts about the department and the hospital provide occasions to influence the understanding and degree of acceptance of hospital services and operation by the public.

Physical Demands:

 The position requires an above average degree of physical activity, primarily in standing, transporting and positioning patients.  Good physical and mental health, finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination are required together with visual and aural acuity.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Training:

Graduation from a training program for Radiologic Technologists, current “active status” with the ARRT (by obtaining required ECE points on a biennium basis) and licensure by the State of Ohio is required.

Knowledge:

Good working knowledge of cross-sectional as well as normal anatomy and principles of physics and electricity is required.  Good knowledge of medical terminology as well as computer usage is a must.  Familiarity with MRI Scan equipment and the procedures and patient positions necessary to obtain quality MRI Scans.