Position Summary
MRI Technologist Pool
A Brief OverviewProvides quality patient care when performing diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention while adhering to MRI safety principles.
SHIFT: Variable shift to support the department.
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Performs diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy and/or physiology for interpretation and/or intervention
- Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care
- Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures
- Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality
- Adheres to Baptist Health mission statements and strategic imperatives
- Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs
- Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results
- Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient’s clinical history, and assures that the information is accurately documented
- Positions patient, equipment, associated devices, and manipulates technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation
- Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated
- Applies principles of MRI safety to patients, self, and others
- Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality Control tasks
- Demonstrates proficiency in contrast medication administration with and without use of power injectors
- Performs venipuncture and evaluates IV access for the purpose of contrast administration as prescribed by a licensed practitioner
- Administers medical aid as required in cases of adverse reactions to contrast medication and/or other emergencies
- Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases
- Assists in supervision of student technologists and training of new technologists
- Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately
- Ensures safety of all customers
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
- Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements
- Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment
- Maintains well-stocked and organized work areas
- May be required to work at any facility
- Provides patient transport
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology or;
- Graduate of accredited school of Sonography or;
- Graduate of an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine or;
- Graduate of an approved MRI technologist program through American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
- None.
- Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification or,
- Valid American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification or,
- Valid Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) certification or,
- Valid American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) certification
- Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
HIGHLY PREF: MRI Tech with some experience for PRN/Pool role or willing to train FT.
