Sr. MRI Technologist, Night Shift

About the role

The MR Senior Radiologic Technologist provides technical knowledge and/or coordinates the delivery of MRI services. Under the direction of a qualified physician, this position will operate a variety of equipment including high field strength magnets and support systems with MRI safety as a priority.

Responsibilities

• Presents oneself in a professional manner, and with a positive attitude.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to perform all responsibilities related to producing quality MRI exams, to include utilizing proper technique, views, positioning, labeling and patient identification.
• Prepares room, equipment, and contrast media as needed to perform various imaging examinations and/or to assist Radiologist.
• Acts in accordance with the department MRI safety policy and guidelines.
• Properly screens patients and support staff, for contraindications before entering the MRI environment.
• Maintains and operates equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications, reporting all problems appropriately.
• May be required to oversee provision of MRI services and staffing coverage in absence of the MR Supervisor.
• Complies with department protocols, UCSF policies and procedures, Department of Radiology policies and procedures and other applicable work rules and regulations.
• Works independently and under general supervision.
• Works safely and effectively with the anesthesia team in the MRI environment, and participates in the timeout procedure.
• Works safely and effectively with ancillary staff in the MRI environment.
• Participates in orientation and training of assigned staff, students, residents, and faculty.
• Follows department guidelines and policies for MRI contrast administration.
• Injects patients following department protocols and procedures.
• Active participant in ACR/JCAHO accreditation.
• Annual staff meeting presentation relating to one of the following topics: MRI Safety, technology, quality control, infection control, or patient satisfaction.
• Annual participation in a departmental or hospital committee.
• Active participation in Peer Review process.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics to ensure patient and personal safety upon moving and/or transferring patients and equipment.
• Follows established MRI safety guidelines as outlined at: http://www.radiology.ucsf.edu/patient-care/patient-safety/mri.
• Follows established department and hospital guidelines for attendance and tardiness.
• Remains current on patient safety, to include electrical, mechanical, fire, safety, and disaster procedures.
• Adheres to all radiation and MR safety policies and procedures.
• Prioritizes patient safety at all times during imaging.
• Provides excellent customer service to patients, co-workers, physicians, and other departments.
• Utilizes the AIDET acronym as the standard for patient communication.
• Is respectful of everyone, including those of different backgrounds, beliefs, and gender.
• Assures that work environment is clean and in compliance with infection control and environmental health and safety standards.
• Role models professionalism by maintaining a neat appearance and adhering to department dress code policy.
• Adheres to the patient identification policy.
• Verifies correct patient identity using a minimum of two identifiers for every patient.
• Adheres to the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Standard of Ethics: https://www.arrt.org/pdfs/Governing-Documents/Standards-of-Ethics.pdf.
• Adheres to the American Society of Radiologic Technologists Magnetic Resonance Practice Standards: https://www.asrt.org/media/pdf/practicestds/GR11_MR_PS.pdf.
• Handles phone calls and in person contacts in a friendly, courteous and sensitive manner.
• Promptly acknowledges patients waiting for their scans and provides an indication that they will be helped as soon as possible.
• Always maintains strict patient confidentiality.
• Resolves differences in a spirit of cooperation, create solutions which benefits all parties, especially clinic/department customers.
• Ensures MRI protocols are current and streamlined for ease of use and efficient workflow.
• Participate in recruitment/ interviewing of MR staffing.
• In conjunction with MR Supervisor, provides input on employee evaluations.
• At the beginning of each shift, checks the adult and pediatric crash cart, oxygen, suction and other patient monitor equipment in assigned area.
• Notifies and communicates with the front desk for any delays which may affect patient appointment times.
• Participate in and performs exams for approved research studies.
• Performs daily quality control scans.
• Proactively assists in other areas when patient volume is low in assigned area.
• Proficient in Venipuncture techniques and is able to place an IV if nursing staff is not available.
• Screens patients for possible contraindications to MRI and helps clear implants when necessary.
• Rotates and maintains supply and linen inventories in assigned areas.
• When applicable, reviews images with the Radiologist before dismissing the patient.
• Demonstrates competency in the Radiology Information System.
• Demonstrates competency with the hospital’s electronic ordering/information system.
• Demonstrates competency on the related MRI computer systems.
• Ensures clinical data is correct and relevant for specific procedures being requested and seeks physician assistance when indicated.
• Demonstrates competency of downtime procedures for PACS and RIS systems.
• Utilizes hospital and department computers for hospital business only. No personal use of cellphones in clinical areas.
• Provides leadership in the absence of the MR Principal Technologist.
• Displays empathy and compassion toward patients and coworkers.
• Displays forethought and considers outcomes in decision making.
• Absorbs and applies new information quickly.
• Manages time wisely and efficiently.
• Remains on task and in assigned department throughout the day.
• Arrives to work and returns from breaks punctually.
• Is ready to perform essential job duties at the scheduled shift start time.
• Is conscientious regarding the use of supplies.
• Adheres to the productivity monitors for the department.
• Identifies and notifies management of opportunities for cost containment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a formal radiology technology training program in an AMA approved school.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience with high field magnetic resonance system in an acute care setting.
• Flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate shifts as well as coverage for weekends and holidays.
• This position is scheduled to work the night shift, Monday through Friday, from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM.
• Must be flexible and able to rotate between our Oakland and Walnut Creek campuses as needed to support departmental and operational needs.
• Flexibility to rotate to other sites when necessary.
• Be able to perform 3 of the 6 specialty scans: Cardiac Imaging, Fetal Imaging, Whole body, Pediatric scans, Special procedures (HIFU/DBS etc.), Pediatric/Adult Anesthesia, Breast Imaging.