Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist - FT, Days
Prisma Health · Columbia, SC · Today
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
Responsible for the independent operation of the MRI equipment achieving high-quality images, maintaining an optimal level of patient care, while working with patients of all ages. Responsible for screening all patients and staff entering into zone 3 and 4 to ensure magnet safety.
Essential Functions
- Performs all procedures proficiently and strives to maintain high quality. This includes proper positioning, choosing appropriate coils, and thorough knowledge of scanning protocols.
- Imaging studies must be completed in a timely manner, charged appropriately, and then taken to the radiologist for interpretation as soon as possible after the completion of the exam.
- Identifies patients using two patient identifiers. Communicates with patient and/or medical staff concerning MR safety questionnaire and other pertinent clinical history.
- Communicates with appropriate medical staff any sedation needs of the patient. Informs patients and families of delays.
- Prepares scan room for procedures using approved cleaning protocols. Appropriately discards sharps and maintains appropriate level of supplies and linen in rooms.
- Properly prepares and administers contrast materials associated with MRI procedure that are within scope of practice as prescribed by a physician or in approved Radiology protocol.
- Implements emergency procedures, as needed.
- Performs department and hospital related computer functions pertinent to job. Enters and records all data accurately and promptly.
- Exhibits competency in performing quality control tasks associated with equipment and procedures to ensure standards are met.
- Stays abreast of organizational, affiliate and departmental changes/updates by checking email on each shift.
- Provides clinical instruction to staff technologists and students. As needed, will prepare staff schedules to ensure department is staffed properly and coordinate daily workflow.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.
Minimum Requirements
- Education - Certification Program. Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program.
- Experience - No experience required. In Lieu Of Team members in this job as of 11/08/2020 are grandfathered from the minimum requirements listed above pending state and regulatory requirements.
- Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses:
- ARRT registered in Radiology & MRI; OR
- ARRT registered in MRI; OR
- ARMRIT-American Registry of MRI certification
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Proficient computer skills (database)
- Data entry skills
- Mathematical skills
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Location
5 Medical Park Rd Richland
Facility
Richland
Department
15107123 Magnetic Resonance Imaging