MRI Technologist | Weekends | 3x12s | Outpatients-1

About the role

The MRI Technologist performs all MRI procedures in accordance with established department policies and procedures to ensure the best possible patient care services are delivered. Participates in on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Performs all magnetic resonance imaging procedures according to established department protocols
• Accepts assignments from supervisor in positive manner; recognizes and performs duties that need to be accomplished although not routine
• Restocks and maintains assigned work area/equipment in an orderly fashion
• Assists in movement of patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers, beds, and imaging table (uses appropriate restraint devises as needed)
• Participates in on-call coverage as needed (displays flexibility, volunteers to work odd shifts as workload demands)
• Completes patient exam in RIS
• Reviews martial and exam charges, exits/corrects as necessary
• Performs visual maintenance checks on all equipment used and reports all malfunctions to appropriate personnel
• Communicates with hospital staff and physicians in the performance of MR procedures to exchange pertinent patient information
• Evaluates patient history for MRI capability
• Provides verbal education regarding procedure performed that is appropriate for age and level of learning for the patient/significant other
• Completes all documentation forms as required by department
• Ensures patient meets criteria for a safe MRI scan
• Maintains patient during procedure to detect signs of acute anxiety or clinical difficulties
• Abides by professional code of ethics
• Contributes to a positive work environment and demonstrates teamwork

Requirements

• Performs all tasks associated with the proper execution of a MR examination in accordance with the established department and hospital policies and procedures
• Knowledge of MRI safety procedures of proper shutdown sequence of system
• Communicates with hospital staff and physicians in the performance of MR procedures to exchange pertinent patient information
• Assists in scheduling of routine and emergency exams
• Handles calls with courtesy and efficiency
• Communicates identified patient related problems with appropriate chain of command
• Demonstrates competency in performing all procedures, age range from neonatal to geriatric
• Communicates with hospital staff and physicians in the performance of MR procedures to exchange pertinent patient information
• Completes all documentation forms as required by department
• Completes incident forms and risk management forms in timely manner
• Completes patient education and discharge forms in timely manner
• Completes all documents as required in MR department for patient log, education, patient history
• Contributes to a positive work environment and demonstrates teamwork

Qualifications

• LIC-American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Licensure
• Relevant Work Experience
• Experience Level : 1 year
• Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Skills

• Technical Capabilities

Benefits

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

N/A