Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials

Minimum Offer

$ 36.38/hr.

Maximum Offer

$ 51.15/hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department: Radiology - MRI

FTE: 1.00
Full Time
Shift: Rotating

Position Summary:
Under the general supervision of the MRI Supervisor, research, evaluate and document implants or devices present in potential MRI patient to determine safety for MRI exam performance prior to patient’s scheduled appointment date. Determine which MRI scanner is the most appropriate for routine exams and unique patient exams/circumstances where special MRI hardware of software may be required; ensure these patient are scheduled correctly. Contract and coordinate vendor representatives to be present during MRI scanning for patients with implants such as pacemakers or neurologic devices. Assist radiologist with protocoling of scheduled exams for all MRI scanners. Review scheduled exams and radiologist protocols for appropriateness. Reschedule or coordinate rescheduling of exams as appropriate. Evaluate patient history from patient’s medical record for contrast allergies and past contrast reactions and communicate with radiologist regarding these patients to ensure patient safety. Provide patient services in a Level I Trauma Center. Perform Magnetic Resonance Imaging by operating 1.5 and 3 Tesla High Field Magnets. The variety and complexity include but are not limited to Neuro, Musculoskeletal, and Body Imaging by following assigned protocols. The delivery of quality service and positive interaction with customers is critical to the completion of all tasks. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include: Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric age groups.

Detailed responsibilities:
* PATIENT SAFETY – Research, evaluate and document implants or devices present in potential MRI patients to determine safety for MRI exam performance prior to patient’s scheduled appointment date
* EXAMS – Determine which MRI scanner is the most appropriate for routine exams and unique patient exams/circumstances where special MRI hardware or software may be required; ensure patients are scheduled correctly
* COORDINATE – Contact and coordinate vendor representatives to be present during MRI scanning for patient with implants such as pacemakers or neurologic devices
* PROTOCOLING - Assist radiologist with protocoling of scheduled exams for all MRI scanners
* REVIEW – Review scheduled exams and radiologist protocols for appropriateness
* SCHEDULING – Reschedule or coordinate rescheduling of exams as appropriate
* EVALUATE – Evaluate patient history from patient’s medical record for contrast allergies and past contract reactions and communicate with radiologist to ensure patient safety
* PATIENT CARE – Perform MRI imaging as required
* IMAGING - Assist physician with imaging process; follow Radiology Department protocols
* EQUIPMENT - Operate imaging equipment, computer and other assistive devices according to department standards
* DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
* PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
* PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
* PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
* PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
* PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

Education:
Essential:
* Associate Degree
Nonessential:
* Bachelor's Degree
Education specialization:
Essential:
* Radiologic Technology
Nonessential:
* Radiologic Technology

Experience:
Essential:
2 years directly related experience

Nonessential:
5 years directly related experience

Credentials:
Essential:
* CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
* MRI Certification by ARRT or equivelant
* American Registry of Radiologic Technologists License
* Intermediate Life Support Certification w/in 6 months
* NM Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program Lic NMMIRTP
* MRSO Certification w/in one year from positiion

Physical Conditions:
Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Working conditions:
Essential:
* Sig Hazard: Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials req PPE