MRI Technologist, Evening Shift

JOB DESCRIPTION

SHIFT :

Evening (United States of America)

Seeking Breakthrough Makers

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.

At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families.

Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care and your career.

CHOP’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

CHOP is committed to building an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging, connection, and community within their workplace.

We are a team dedicated to fostering an environment that allows for all to be their authentic selves. We are focused on attracting, cultivating, and retaining diverse talent who can help us deliver on our mission to be a world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children.

We strongly encourage all candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

What you will do

• Performs all MRI techniques and examinations according to the procedures determined by the Radiologists.
• Maintains constant attention to patients assigned to the technologist for examination
• Produces optimal MRI images for the purpose of diagnostic interpretation.
• Selects proper technical factors, coils, restraining devices and operated MRI equipment as directed.
• Provides protection in accordance with prescribed MR safety standards to ensure the wellbeing of patients, hospital personnel, general public and self while performing any duties.
• Identifies and archives patient's images. Maintains records of exams.
• Responsible for proper identification on images including patient identification and patient demographics.
• Maintains appropriate records of examinations and MRI procedure log.
• Maintains the integrity and efficiency of the Radiology Information System.
• Administration
• Conducts self in a professional manner
• Subject to on-call status including weekends and holidays.
• Refers any unresolved problems relating to staffing, morale, work methods, discipline and other activities to the MR Team Leader Technologist.
• Promotes professionalism, continuing education and staff development.
• Participates in the formal in-service program provided for Radiology Complex 95% of the time.
• Responds promptly and positively to patients, families, associates, and all others in a respectful, courteous and confidential manner.
• Always maintains identifiable / professional attire, including using nametags and ID cards.
• Answers telephone calls within three rings 95% of the time.
• Respects confidentiality of patients and co-workers in all circumstances 100% of the time.
• Greets patients, families, co-workers and others in a calm, professional, friendly manner; makes eye contact, initiates conversation, and identifies self by name.
• Follows hospital and department procedures and policies.
• Attends mandatory sessions / meetings / in-services 100% of the time.
• Adheres to attendance policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge and application of CHOP and Department policies and procedures.
• Reviews policy and procedure updates from managers and CHOP
• Provides or facilitates a clean, safe, quiet and secure environment for all.
• Reports any incident that seems unusual / deficient to supervisor and / or Security.
• Corrects and / or reports unsafe, unsecured or unclean environment to supervisor and / or Environmental, Health and Safety, or Facilities departments.
• Always takes breaks away from patient and family areas.
• Keeps self and work area neat and organized.
• Participates collaboratively in staff meetings, committees, projects and teams to resolve conflicts and meet institutional goals.
• Attends staff meetings as requested 100% of the time. Is recognized as an informed participant or committee member by peers.

Completes assignments on time 100% of the time.

• Reviews and contributes to the attainment of departmental and CHOP goals annually.
• Participates and contributes to team projects.
• Demonstrates knowledge of constant quality improvement values and participates in CHOP and departmental Quality Improvement initiatives
• Identifies own learning needs and obtains necessary education to meet requirements of position
• Attends mandatory education programs 100% of the time.
• Documents and reports all necessary education and training.
• Other shifts as assigned
• Applies education and training to daily work to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Reviews learning needs with supervisor to set individual education and learning goals annually.
• Follows CHOP and departmental cost control standards : monitors usage of supplies and equipment to eliminate or minimize waste and / or misuse.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to render age appropriate care and services based on patients' developmental needs.
• All other duties as assigned

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED Required
• Technical Diploma Radiology or MRI Program Required

Licenses and Certifications

• MRI Technician (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - within 12 months - Required and
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex.

American Heart Association or Red Cross). - within 12 months - Required

Experience Qualifications

Level I Tech - Prior experience not required

Level II Tech - At least three (3) years experience required

Level III Tech - At least five (5) years experience required

Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of all forms of MRI Imaging
• Basic knowledge of information systems for transferring data
• Basic knowledge of Radiology Information Systems
• Works independently of supervision
• Good organizational skills
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills
• Provides Family Centered Care
• Integrates knowledge and assessment of child and family (Age-Specific Competency)

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community.

As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive an annual influenza vaccine.

Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.

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