Outpatient Imaging - MRI Tech Assistant, FT

Description

Earn While You Learn! Get paid while you train to become a certified MRI Technologist Assistant (MRTA).
 

UVA Imaging is looking for an MRI Tech Assistant who loves patient care but is looking for something beyond the usual job role! Come join the UVA Imaging team, where patient care and professional growth go hand in hand. At UVA Imaging, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care and cutting-edge medical imaging services. We are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated full-time MRI Technologist Assistant as part of our remote scanning team. As an MRI Technologist Assistant, your primary function is to assist the Remote MRI Technologist in performing imaging services to patients. This position works exclusively in an outpatient setting and primarily on the weekend and on weekday evenings. Begin or continue your exciting and rewarding career in Charlottesville, Virginia today! 

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Radiology Medical Director and/or the Technologist, the Technologist Assistant:

• Is responsible for supporting the radiology staff and providing the first clinical point of contact for patients, assisting with patient preparation and positioning.
• Assist the Remote MRI Technologist to perform high quality diagnostic imaging services in a safe, timely, professional, confidential, personally attentive manner.
• Ensure the comfort and safety of patients before, during, and after MRI procedures.
• Facilitates the patient flow to minimize patient wait times and maximize the utilization of resources.
• Ensure patient history form is accurate, complete, and reviewed with the remote scanning technologist. Identify and investigate areas of concern to preclude patient incidents.
• Properly place and maintain patent IV access for patients, as needed, using aseptic technique.  Administer MR contrast agents as prescribed by the ordering physician. Identify adverse reactions following injection and escalate patient treatment according to protocol.
• Assist with the overall workflow of the department to ensure the completion of work assignments.
• Transport patient to and from the MR suite. Provide proper patient communication throughout the examination according to policy and procedure.
• Demonstrates competence with all imaging safety compliance initiatives.
• Perform other relevant duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

Accomplishing our mission takes a team of people, who are dedicated to treating others as they expect to be treated and who consistently demonstrate mutual respect for one another. We hold our employees in high regard as the key component to our success. We offer a total compensation package including competitive base pay and a comprehensive benefits program for your health, your quality of life, and your future:

• Shift Differential Pay and Quarterly Bonus Program
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Health Insurance including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with an FSA Account
• 401(k) plan with Company Match and Company-paid Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability and Employee Assistance Program
• Entry level? We’ll train! We will help you get your MRI Technologist Assistant certification through Pulse Radiology. 

Requirements

EXPERIENCE:

• EMT, Paramedic, or patient care experience preferred.

EDUCATION:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• BLS certification required within 60 days of hire.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to work efficiently as an extension of certified/registered staff or licensed independent practitioner.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to provide documentation accurately and concisely.
• Demonstrates understanding of human anatomy and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and retrieving of data.

Our mission is to provide each patient with quality, personalized care in a comfortable setting while offering referring physicians imaging services that accommodate their most specific needs. We combine the comfort and convenience of outpatient care with the expertise and innovation of the University of Virginia Health System. To learn more, visit us at www.medicalcenter.virginia.edu/imaging-outpatient/.

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