Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist II

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Radiologist, Director, and Manager performs diagnostic medical imaging by magnetic resonance including Cardiac MRI, Interoperative MRI or invasive procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs magnetic resonance imaging examinations
• Provides MR safety screening for 100% of patient/visitor/staff prior to entering MR room(s)
• Produces quality images in a consistent manner
• Assesses for vein/site selection and initiates venipuncture per established standards; documents venipuncture site/contrast in RIS per established departmental guidelines
• Demonstrates knowledge of cross sectional anatomy; knows MR anatomical landmarks and able to recognize abnormalities and alert radiologist as needed
• Maintains proficiency in the utilization of the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Observes established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program safety, environmental and infection control standards
• Runs appropriate quality control procedures, evaluates results and makes appropriate corrections
• Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department
• Uses Hospital/Radiology system according to established policy; inputs and retrieves information from HIS/Radiology information system
• Performs 3D workstation duties as prescribed by examination
• Follows hospital and radiology policies; handles bio-hazardous waste appropriately, and follows safety and infection control policies
• Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines
• Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards
• Provides service excellence to the customers by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous, and respectful manner
• Demonstrates respect and compassion for internal and external customers while delivering prompt, courteous service
• Recognizes the needs and expectations of customers and considers the diverse needs of others regarding culture, religion, disability, etc.
• Provides emotional support while attempting to alleviate fear and anxiety
• Incorporates Quality Assessment into one's daily work
• Provides age-appropriate care to infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served
• Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury, including restraint care, pain management, and abuse assessment
• Uses communication effectively with others, medical staff, co-workers and patients
• Explains procedures and provides information to customers, including purpose of procedure, special prep, what to expect, and approximate time required
• Presents self professionally; wears ID badge above the waist with picture visible, follows dress code, and limits conversation in presence of customers to specific work situations
• Maintains environment conducive to good customer relations; keeps work areas clean, orderly, and free of clutter and trash
• Respects customer privacy and confidentiality; keeps curtains and/or door closed during procedures, knocks before entering, and keeps medical testing, financial, and other personal information confidential
• Improves the waiting experience by greeting customers, informing them of estimated length of wait, offering comfort measures, and keeping waiting customers informed of their status
• Responds quickly to requests and complaints

Requirements

• Demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives and choose the appropriate course of action
• Responds to changes in workload using time to departmental advantage
• Conducts job duties in accordance with departmental standards
• Communicates technical information in a manner appropriate for the intended audience (patient, family, member or visitor)
• Serves as a resource to co-workers
• Demonstrates ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and respectful manner, to assure and promote a culture of safety
• Demonstrates attitude of cooperation and professionalism when working in any area of the hospital
• Reports any problems which may affect the outcome of a patient's exam
• Uses the KRONOS time clock system accurately
• Enters information correctly into Hospital/Radiology system
• Recognizes and reports computer malfunction
• Provides training and direction to staff as necessary
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information
• Disposes of bio-hazardous trash properly
• Uses protective equipment as needed
• Abides by dress code and wears ID badge always
• Respects the confidentiality of patient results and uses discretion when discussing patient matters
• Reports risk management concerns
• Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements: Safety/Fire, Blood Borne Pathogen, Hazardous Communication, TB, Department Specific, Age Appropriate Care, Population Specific Care
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• Demonstrates teamwork with other departments and co-workers
• Answers questions in a knowledgeable fashion or directs questions to someone who can provide answers
• Discusses information in private areas only; shares information on a need-to-know basis, avoiding gossip
• Wisely and responsibly utilizes the resources within the facility; takes care of equipment and reports problems to result in a longer usage life
• Recommends changes in practices to increase efficiency and minimize waste to managers
• Reviews departmental PI, OA, and QC monthly during departmental meetings and by reviewing posted information
• Provides data to manager for monthly Performance Improvement
• Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age specific data to identify patient needs
• Utilizes communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses to service and interaction
• Involves family or significant other in decision making related to services provided
• Demonstrates ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the department assigned
• Demonstrates ability to assess population specific needs (i.e., language)
• For restraint care: initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application; applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure; monitors and assesses patient's response throughout the restraint period at the appropriate intervals; provides specified patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a timely basis; provides for trial release and removal of restraints as soon as possible
• For pain management: assesses patient for presence of pain on admission and during assessments/reassessments; incorporates patients cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management plan; implements pain management techniques focusing on prevention rather than treatment; includes patient and/or family members in developing a pain management plan; considers other methods of pain control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy
• For abuse assessment: is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments; reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician & Risk Management, and recommends appropriate consultation (psychiatric, Social Work) for evaluation
• Consistently communicates ideas in a clear and succinct manner
• Displays initiative and enthusiasm for non-routine and/or extra duties
• Effectively serves as a resource person for department
• Attends appropriate orientations
• Accumulates contact hours of continuing education per established ARRT guidelines
• Provides in-service as necessary
• Provides documentation of current ARRT status
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as directed
• Provides documentation of attendance at outside meetings
• Provides explanation of treatments and procedures within the scope of your knowledge and authority prior to rendering services
• Invites customers to ask questions or raise concerns
• When explaining procedures, avoids technical jargon and uses lay terms
• Before beginning procedures, secures patient's permission to continue
• Removes soiled linens from patient area immediately
• Reports all maintenance needs for equipment, environmental deficiencies or safety concerns to the appropriate party immediately
• Follows paging policy
• Controls noise level, i.e., door slamming, laughter, radios, loud talking
• Strives to understand and meet needs for cultural differences
• When customers appear lost or confused, aids them
• Makes sure patients who may be confused or being transported are covered with a sheet/blanket
• Assures patient privacy when taking personal, financial information by conducting such interviews in a private manner
• Avoids discussing customer's condition, finances, or other personal matters with others not directly concerned
• Accesses only those charts that need to be accessed
• When providing procedures or other services, asks patients if they want family members or guests to leave
• If long wait is apparent, offers customers alternatives to long wait, i.e., hospital cafeteria, gift shop, rescheduling, etc.
• Offers and informs the customer of why they are waiting and what the next step in the process is; bases wait times on department standards
• Offers comfort measures, i.e., beverages, blankets, magazines, etc. to waiting customers when appropriate
• Maintains comfortable, clean waiting areas
• Apologizes for any long waits or delays

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