MRI Tech- Bluebonnet Job Listing at Baton Rouge General in Baton Rouge, LA (Job ID 2013568239)

Description

Job Description

• Moves the equipment into specified position and adjust equipment appropriately for procedure.
• Demonstrates effective knowledge of MRI protocol.
• Transfers, positions, and instructs patients regarding the procedure.
• Consistently produces images of high technical quality.
• Demonstrates effective knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
• Positions patients and operates equipment to produce most reliable and informational data.
• Transports patient to exam room; prepares and maintains room following BRGMC Safety Guidelines.
• Obtains optimum views of specific areas of the body while maintaining patient safety and comfort.
• Assesses data reflective of each patient's status and interprets information needed in order to identify each patient's age requirements relative to his or her age specific health care needs.
• Utilizes advanced knowledge to perform procedures across modalities and in unusual situations.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, assuring that the proper procedure has been ordered.
• Prepares patient for procedure(s); providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
• Selects and operates equipment, imaging and/or associated accessories to successfully perform procedures.
• Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.
• Practices aseptic techniques as necessary.
• Evaluates images for technical quality, manipulates display parameters, and prepares patient record in electronic chart.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area and reports equipment malfunction.
• Coordinates ordering of supplies for area of responsibility
• Ensures all necessary lab work has been completed and meets Radiologists established protocols.
• Ensures the physician has completed all areas of the hospital approved informed consent forms.
• In agreement with state statue(s) and/or where institutional policy permits. Prepares, identifies, and/or administers contrast media and/or medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Demonstrates courtesy and caring to other staff, patients, and physicians.
• Requires extensive contact and the ability to communicate effectively with staff radiologists, other physicians and their staff, co-workers, and patients.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Completes all hospital required education on time.
• Maintains all licensure and CPR in good standing.
• Ensures the area is regulatory ready at all times (Joint Commission, DEQ, CMS, ACR, FDA, MQSA, etc.)
• Promptly and courteously answers the telephone and receives guests using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank you)
• Consistently follows department safety guidelines in accordance with safety and infection control.
• Accurately charges all patients for supplies and procedures.

1. Practices effective communication that enhances teamwork and quality of care.

• Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxiety and obtain patient cooperation.
• Recognizes adverse reactions and responds appropriately through action and communication with other staff and physicians.
• Demonstrates age specific care awareness by communicating at appropriate level of complexity and word choice for the age of patient undergoing procedure.

1. Provides direct or indirect supervision or training for radiologic technology students.

            PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

• Demonstrates radiographic examinations in accordance with policies established by the School of Radiologic Technology.
• Assures that all student radiographic examinations are performed in accordance with department policy and procedure.
• Works with School of Radiologic Technology staff to assure all student radiographic examinations are of high technical quality.

1. Ensures customer safety by following proper scan criteria.

            Performance Standards

• Demonstrates knowledge of contra-indications as relates to MRI procedures.
• Maintains ongoing dialogue with Radiologist regarding patient history and exam protocols.

1. Performs all other duties as assigned.

• 1-2 years' experience as a MRI technologist, preferred.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Approved training and/or competency in MRI.

• Bachelors in health related field preferred

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program or equivalent required.

SPECIAL SKILL, LICENSE AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Holds current Louisiana State license to perform in the capacity of radiographer.