MRI Technologist - Sigma Inc
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
About the Job
278208 - MRI Technologist - Wilkes Barre , PA - 13 Weeks Contract
Sigma Healthcare staffing is currently looking for an experienced MRI Tech to work onsite for our contracted facility.
Shift : 2nd shift: 5/ 8hrs or 4/ 10hrs
Summary:
Job Duties:
Sigma Healthcare staffing is currently looking for an experienced MRI Tech to work onsite for our contracted facility.
Shift : 2nd shift: 5/ 8hrs or 4/ 10hrs
Summary:
- Performs imaging procedures at a technical level. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned clinical area.
Job Duties:
- Knowledge of the Magnetic Resonance imaging process and safety in the Magnetic Resonance environment.
- Provides protection to patients and personnel in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
- Prepares and positions patients for Magnetic Resonance procedure; thoroughly explains exam and answers patients' questions.
- Performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures including neuro, body, and extremity, following protocols set by a Radiologist.
- Performs venous access on all patients requiring IV contrast administration as directed by a Radiologist.
- Enters necessary data into Radiology Imaging System, IDX Imaging Suite, and Picture Archive Communication System Image Management Systems.
- Processes images as necessary.
- Ability to identify anatomy on images.
- Performs quality control tests of equipment; reports any irregularities.
- Notifies Team Leader and appropriate maintenance personnel of equipment malfunctions.
- Shares the responsibilities for ordering supplies; notifies appropriate personnel of supply levels.
- Acts as a Radiology liaison; provides radiological support to physicians as requested; refers problems to Team Leader.
- Imaging exams and procedure tray set up require access and handling of non-controlled medications.
- Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required)
- Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body, Certified MRI Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Certified Radiology Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Source : Sigma Inc