Job Summary

Optimum provision of clearly defined Magnetic Resonance studies for use by the Radiologist in the diagnosis of patient illness.

Responsibilities

• Provide clearly defined MR studies for use in the diagnosis of a patient's illness. • Perform a variety of technical procedures appropriate to the individual patient. • Maintain acceptable cryogen and magnetic safety requirements. • Explain procedures to patients and positions and immobilizes the patient for the study. • Process MR films in a timely and effective manner. • Train students and new employees.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Patient Group Knowledge (Only applies to positions with direct patient contact) The employee must possess/obtain (by the end of the orientation period) and demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide developmentally appropriate assessment, treatment or care as defined by the department’s identified patient ages. Specifically the employee must be able to demonstrate competency in: 1) ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patient needs; 2) knowledge of growth and development; and 3) understanding of the range of treatment needed by the patients. Competency Statement Must demonstrate competency through an initial orientation and ongoing competency validation to independently perform tasks and additional duties as specified in the job description and the unit/department specific competency checklist. Common Duties and Responsibilities (Essential duties common to all positions) 1. Maintain and document all applicable required education. 2. Demonstrate positive customer service and co-worker relations. 3. Comply with the company's attendance policy. 4. Participate in the continuous, quality improvement activities of the department and institution. 5. Perform work in a cost effective manner. 6. Perform work in accordance with all departmental pay practices and scheduling policies, including but not limited to, overtime, various shift work, and on-call situations. 7. Perform work in alignment with the overall mission and strategic plan of the organization. 8. Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures, as applicable. 9. Perform related duties as assigned.

Education 

• Formalized Training (Required) Experience: None

Credentials 

• Amer Registry of Rad Techs (Required) or ARDMS or NMTCB - within 6 months of hireor ARDMS or NMTCB - within 6 months of hire
• Radiologic Technologist, Licen (Required) within 6 months of hirewithin 6 months of hire
• Basic Life Support (Required) Within 30 days of hireWithin 30 days of hire

Work Schedule: Varies

Status:  Full Time Regular

Location: General Hospital

Location of Job: US:WV:Charleston

Talent Acquisition Specialist: Lisa C. Skidmore lisa.skidmore@vandaliahealth.org