MRI Technologist

Department:

05505 High Tech Tinley Park - Radiology: MRI

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

No

Hours Per Week:

0

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Per Diem. Hours vary 6:30-3p, 8:30-5pm, 2pm-10p Monday-Friday, 6:30-3pm Saturday. No Sundays or Holidays

Major Responsibilities:

• Accountable for positioning and immobilization of patients and proper selection of technical factors along with computer reformatting of acquired data to obtain magnetic resonance scans and/or computer tomography procedures of optimal quality.
  • 1)Selects appropriate technical factors on an individual patient and procedural basis to provide optimal quality examinations.
  • 2)Performs post processing of computer data to enhance data and image information.
  • 3)Operates support equipment for MRI and/or CT, such as satellite console, additional disc drives, power injector, imaging formatters, and laser cameras.
  • 4)Transfers patients to and from MRI and/or CT scanning table and prepares patient for examination by explaining procedure and answering any questions patient may have.
  • 5)Initiates IVs for administration of contrast media for MRI and/or CT enhancement in accordance with departmental policy and utilizing universal precautions in the process.
• Accountable for securing pertinent history from patient, patient’s chart or family member to provide the radiologist with adequate information for examination interpretation and to ensure procedural criteria is met.
  • 1)Assists in obtaining confidential history of patient, which includes allergy screening to ensure appropriateness of patient for examination as well as ensuring the administration of contrast agents during required procedures.
• Accountable for being compliant with established Accrediting Organization and department safety standards to ensure patients and staff well being at all times.
  • 1)Maintains magnetic and radiation safety standards.
  • 2)Maintains fire safety standards.
  • 3)Maintains knowledge of department Code 10-2 policy.
  • 4)Maintains knowledge of departmental disaster, evacuation and quench policies.
  • 5)Maintains and constantly implements universal and infectious safety standards.
  • 6)Maintains documentation of equipment malfunctions and Preventative Maintenance.
  • 7)Attends mandatory inservices.
• Accountable for obtaining documentation for department records related to patient statistics, supplies, patient billing information and preservation of patient records
  • 1)Documents confidential patient’s history to ensure appropriateness of patient for examination.
  • 2)Documents patients charge data, modifying and initiating charges as procedure modifications are made per the radiologist.
  • 3)Documents any allergic reaction, incident report regarding staff or patient situations.
  • 4)Provides timely information for inventory of supplies.
  • 5)Ensures all films are properly identified and numbered for each patient according to current department procedures for accurate interpretation by radiologist.
  • 6)Assists in scheduling of examinations and documenting complete.
• Accountable for keeping abreast of current magnetic resonance and/or computerized tomography and new developments in the field
  • 1)Responsible for attending inservices and educational seminars when appropriate.
  • 2)Responsible for sharing with other technologists new techniques learned, as well as working with students when required.
• Accountable for maintaining good relations when dealing with all persons encountered in daily performance of job.
  • 1)Relating with Internal Customers – fellow staff members, physicians
  • 2)Relating with External Customers – ancillary departments, inpatients/outpatients, and family members.

Education/Experience Required:

• 3 years general radiology experience
• ARRT Registry

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Basic knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and usual CT procedures.
• ARRT Registry -IDNS License -CPR Certification

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to work overtime when required. -Ability to be fl