Pay Range: $41.63/hr - $60.78/hr
Works under the direction of a board-certified radiologist and is directly responsible for the optimal completion of all procedures utilizing the magnetic resonance imaging scanner. May be assigned to a variety of hospital or clinic locations depending on the needs of the department.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Performed majority of the time:
· Actively maintains a safe environment for all within each of the MRI Safety Zones.
· Obtains and maintains proficiency in IV starts for contrast administration.
· Begins and ends exams and documents appropriately in EMR.
· Assists in providing care for moderate and deep sedation patients.
· Mandatory participation in standby rotation as required or assigned by lead technologist.
· Provides care appropriate to the age of patients served pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients based on principles of growth and development and life stages.
· Maintains a log of all patients, procedures, complications, and system problems.
· Describes and applies the physics behind the MRI system.
· Performs quality control functions in MRI in accordance with department quality control process.
· Assists physicians as necessary.
· Assists in patient scheduling.
· Transports patients as necessary.
Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job:
· Participates in scheduled staff/department meetings.
· Mentors Medical Imaging students during rotations and clinicals.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education:
Required
· Highest science-related academic diploma or transcript.
Preferred
· N/A
Experience:
Required
· N/A
Preferred
· Previous MRI experience.
Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations:
Required
· Registry with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists or other approved credentialing organization, such as ARMRIT, within 6 months of hire.
· Current OBMI MRI License or OBMI Temporary Post-Primary MRI License.
· Current Healthcare Provider BLS required upon hire.
o American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS preferred upon hire or required within 90 days of hire.
Preferred
· N/A
Job Related Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:
Required
· Working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
· Working knowledge of patient monitoring equipment.
· Working knowledge of radiology information system.
· Working knowledge of PACS.
· Excellent customer service skills.
· Must have demonstrated skills in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
· Uses effective communication skills.
· Personal appearance makes a good first impression.
· Correctly and accurately operates magnetic field equipment under the direct supervision of a physician.
· Uses departmental equipment as listed below safely according to manufacturer’s recommendations and departmental/organizational procedures.
· Follows policies for infection control; disposal of hazardous waste and sharps; use of personal protective equipment.
· Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary should an emergency arise during moderate sedation and are able to recognize signs and symptoms.
· Demonstrates confidentiality according to PHI regarding patient and co-worker information.
· Demonstrates the ability to change a protocol as needed without compromising image quality.
· Cares for patient in a safe and compassionate manner while in the MRI suite.
· Works and communicates in a positive and cooperative manner with management, supervisors, medical staff, co-workers, other healthcare workers, patients, and their families.
Preferred
· Bilingual skills a plus.
Additional Posting Information Hillsboro Medical Center believes in providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. Recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, working conditions, training, and compensation will be based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, creed, national origin, marital status, family relationship, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We further commit ourselves to continuing the practical application of this policy in our daily business conduct. Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareRefer this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQs
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