MRI Technician - New London Hospital
New London, NH 03257
About the Job
- GENERAL SUMMARY
- Provides diagnostic imaging services according to accepted standards and protocols and assures patient safety during procedures.
- FUNCTIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- General Diagnostic Procedures:
- Performs all diagnostic procedures following policies and procedures established by the department and proper protocol.
- Adjusts patient care based on age specific needs
- Uses all equipment properly and in a manner that minimizes hazards of electric shock and burns to patients.
- Determines most suitable position for optimum imaging, protocol, and patient comfort.
- Explains procedures and responds to questions appropriately.
- Scans paperwork into the PAC’s System and have proper paperwork filled out (IV contrast paperwork).
- Maintains working knowledge of the PAC’s System.
- Demonstrates knowledge of CD Burning.
- Completes patient charges for each exam in a timely manner.
- Transports patients to and from the department.
- Maintains a clean and orderly environment and associated checklist.
- Special Diagnostic Testing:
- Demonstrates competency in performing all procedures and use of the equipment for MRI Scans as assigned.
- Initiates a peripheral IV for patients requiring designated diagnostic testing within the Radiology department in accordance with Hospital policy and as assigned after completion of education and competence demonstration.
- Reviews and follows the MRI protocol assigned by the Radiologist. Ensures all exams have been screened and protocoled appropriately by the Radiologist.
- Uses the appropriate protocols for adults and pediatric.
- Responsibility for Patient Safety, including pre-screening for contra-indications, aseptic injection technique, etc.
- Effectively communicates with patients and/or radiologists.
- Trains new technologist and/or PC's
- Troubleshoots the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment (including monitors, PACS, coils, etc.)
- Administrative:
- Uses computer to access reports.
- Follows protocols for releasing of images.
- Assists with administrative responsibilities of the department to include scheduling appointments, answering the phone, etc.
- Performs all quality controls procedures daily as assigned and maintains appropriate logs.
- Orders radiology supplies as directed.
- Participates in annual surveys and inspections
- General Diagnostic Procedures:
- POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- 0-1 year
- Hospital experience preferred
- Experience
- Education
- Graduate of an accredited school of radiology technology
- Registered/licensed with American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT)
- Or equivalent in education and experience
- Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
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Source : New London Hospital