$5,000 sign on bonus for external candidates only with a one year commitment to the organization

ProMedica Toledo Hospital is one of the largest acute-care facilities in the region. Our 794-bed hospital is staffed by more than 4,800 professional healthcare employees who serve a 27-county area throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. We also have the area’s largest board-certified medical staff, which is made up of more than 1,000 primary care and specialty physicians. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work in a fast paced environment are a must. In addition, for 15 consecutive years, residents of Greater Toledo have named us the Consumer Choice Award winner in our market. In fact, we’re the only hospital in northwest Ohio to receive this honor.

 

POSITION SUMMARY 

Under the direction of a radiologist the MRI Technologist performs a variety of Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Obtains high quality scans, which are interpreted by a radiologist in the evaluation of disease or abnormality. Assists radiologist or other staff physicians in the performance of diagnostic MRI procedures whenever required.

 

ACCOUNTABILITIES 

Demonstrate knowledge and skill to utilize MRI equipment, PACs, EHR and Radiology Information Systems, selecting proper technical factors based on procedure, diagnosis, age, size, weight and anatomical difference s and general health status of various age groups. Utilizes proper MRI safety parameters and age-appropriate immobilizers to product high quality MRI scans. Processes digital images. Critiques images for diagnostic quality. Under the supervision of radiologist/physician demonstrates knowledge and ability to administer and document contrast according to standards for patients of all ages. Assists radiologist/ physician in the performance of diagnostic MRI procedures with patients of all ages performing support functions. Demonstrates the ability and knowledge to identity educational needs, obtains patient history and provide information in an easily understood terminology with clear communication style about procedures and care to patients of various ages. Determine appropriateness of procedure based on the above. Maintains equipment and facilities in a safe, clean condition. Reports equipment malfunctions. Demonstrates awareness of safety standards for self and assigned area. Performs all quality control checks as prescribed and maintains accurate QC logs. Demonstrates high level of care, courtesy, and cooperation. Educates patients about their procedures and their families’ comfort and needs are appropriately addressed in a dignified confidential manner. Follows organizations mission and values of customer service. Maintains effective communication with all members of the patient care team. Competent and proficient in all imaging procedures, physical comfort measures and psychosocial issues when giving care to include neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Performs exams on patients under anesthesia or with conscious sedation. Performs other related duties as assigned.