Work Location: Carle Foundation Hospital
Employment Type: Full-Time
Nursing Specialty:
Job Post ID: 46685
Secondary Job Category: Allied Health
Experience Requirements: None
Education Requirements: Associates Degree
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:The MRI Technologist performs magnetic resonance imaging procedures utilizing various imaging equipment and contrast material. Prepares and administers gadolinium based contrast material based on Carle policies and procedures.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSAssociate's Degree in Related Field or Certificate in Radiologic Technology.
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTSMagnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)(ARMRIT) within 1 year or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR)(ARRT) within 1 year.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSDemonstrated technical expertise in radiology.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEPositive attitude and demonstrated willingness to assess and improve work environment. Ability to perform multiple tasks while coordinating patient flow and a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:- Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness.
- Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety. Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss.
- May perform duties of MRI Lead or Imaging Coordinator in his/her absence.
- Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking. Assists other areas during downtimes to maintain productivity.
- May be required to perform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensers are held by the technologist/sonographer.
- Complies with other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed within the department.
- Research assignments as needed.
- Performs magnetic resonance imaging procedures and assigned invasive procedures by acquiring and processing patient exams as outlined in department protocols including performing multi-planar reformats and/or 3D rendered images independently. Reviews case with the radiologist when appropriate. Administers IV gadolinium based contrast when appropriate and recognizes and responds to any adverse reactions or allergic reactions.
- Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity.
- Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and provides necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes RIS for proper scheduling, billing and coding of procedures.
- Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area.
- Assists in the instruction of students and new staff in the unit's operations as necessary.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado.
Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted.
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