MRI Technologist - Bronson Battle Creek

Description

The MRI technologist will operate MRI equipment for diagnostic purposes. They will demonstrate the ability to display independent judgment and initiative and will consider the age and special characteristics of the patient to optimize patient care.

The MRI technologist will participate in the growth and development of the department through policy and procedures development, QA activities and provision of continuing education for professional health care workers.

Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Some of your responsibilities may include :

• Receives or escorts patients into examination area; reviews pertinent patient information; instructs patient concerning the examination to be performed.
• Provides service in a timely manner and completes the work on a timely basis.
• Cleans, maintains and monitors equipment appropriately. Troubleshoots equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Reports equipment problems to supervisor. Calls manufacturers service department in the absence of supervisor.
• Performs first aid as required and assists in cases of adverse reaction to contrast media or in other emergencies.
• Observes and practices sterile technique and prevents cross-contamination of contagious diseases.
• Provides quality MRI procedures for radiologist interpretation.
• Keeps supervisor informed of all unusual matters. Seeks supervisor’s advice and counsel and develops a spirit of cooperation in carrying out the work.
• Maintains appropriate supply level in their areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrates or oversees the on-the-job training for student technologists and other non-professional assistants as assigned.
• Demonstrates or oversees the on the job training for MRI Technologists that have been newly hired or need additional training needs for new procedures.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service when answering the phone.
• Practices safety specific for MRI.

Working Requirements :

• Must be able to operate and perform basic computer programs associated with record keeping in the department.
• Must demonstrate excellent human relation skills to deal with patients, physicians and families, including verbal and written communication.
• Must have a customer service orientation.
• Must demonstrate leadership and organization skills including the ability to work independently and take initiative within established procedures.
• Must demonstrate a positive attitude.
• Must be able to regularly lift bulky or moderately heavy weights (up to 20 pounds), and occasionally assist with heavier tasks or expending the equivalent effort in pushing, pulling or otherwise handling material, equipment and other objects.
• Work may require high levels of mental / visual fatigue, as typical of jobs that perform a wide variety of duties with frequent and significant uncontrollable deadlines.
• Work may include the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 to 70 percent of the time.

Shift

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Cost Center

3106 Radiology MRI (BBC)

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