MRI Technologist (MRI Tech)

CARLE

White Heath, IL, United States

Full-time

To perform routine and specialized examinations in MRI; adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic and / or therapeutic results;

prepare patients for examinations. To adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologist

Clinical Excellence / Patient Care* Performs MRI procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging* Exhibits competency in performing MRI procedures.
Evaluates the finished images to ensure appropriate identification and image quality are being submitted to the radiologists* Ensures patient comfort and safety (i.

e. use of earplugs) to maintain quality care during the procedure* Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing

Employee Development / Performance Improvement* Maintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function on both high field and low field magnet* Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation including hardware and software* Performs reasonable trouble shooting* Checks equipment for general safety and reports problems through appropriate channels* Knows terminology or jargon of all magnet strengths
Departmental Support* Performs support functions of the MRI / Medical Imaging Department* Promptly prepares images / paperwork to ensure timely turnaround of the exams* Transport patients to and from the department as required* Promptly and accurately enter patient information into the HIS system* Coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient patient care* Ensures safe environment by monitoring people who come within zone 3 & 4* Demonstrates a practical problem solving approach to patient moving and handling issues* Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment* Assumes responsibility for training fellow technologists and students* Assists Lead Technologist in teaching MRI procedures to coworkers / students

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

Other

5 days ago

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