Positions Location: Carson City, MI
General Purpose of Job:
The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to; obtaining quality diagnostic MRI images and providing a written description of the exam to radiologists. Serves as a resource and provides training for new associates and students. Provides other functions that may need to be assigned. Maintains patient confidentiality and HIPAA Standards.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- Reviews and recommends exam protocols to the department manager with approval from the chief radiologist.
- Trains student MRI technologists in coordination with program director by monitoring and reporting progress to student, clinical program.
- Maintains communication with physician's offices, radiologist, dept manager and staff.
- Maintains communication with patient on any delays in their exam.
- Obtains quality images as outlined in established protocols and submits them to the radiologist for interpretation.
- Properly annotates images, noting areas of interest.
- Performs warm-up procedure on equipment
- Enters patient data and appropriate scan parameters
- Reviews patient data to assure proper exam
- Interviews and screens patients for contraindications prior to having an MRI study
- Explains the MRI procedure and answers any patient questions.
- Injects appropriate IV contrast
- Utilize correct protocols, coils, restraints and other materials when scanning.
- Performs scan with attention to appropriate positioning; be alert for need of additional or thinner slices/images.
| General Requirements | * ARRT registered with MRI Certification. |
| Work Experience | * None * Preferred - 2 years MRI experience. |
| Education | * Graduation from an accredited Radiology Program or graduating within one year of hire date from an accredited Radiology Program. |
| Specialized Knowledge and Skills | * Must have good communication skills, accurate writing and spelling, reasoning, and computer skills * Understands and is able to use the telephone, including transferring calls. * Understands and abides by the established protocols for magnet safety. * Understands and is able to send images to PACS * Understands an is able to scan patient documentation into PACS * Understands and is able to correctly identify charge codes and place exam orders through Epic. * Understands and is able to place orders for supplies in Epic. * Ability to assess the patient's needs for transportation and imaging * Understands and maintains the infection prevention and control policies established by the hospital. * Understands and maintains the isolation techniques established by the hospital. * Follows hand hygiene policies and utilizes personal protective equipment as required. * Understands and practices body mechanics to lift and assist patients. * Understands and responds to Emergency Codes. * Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job. |
University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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| Shift | Variable |
| Degree Type / Education Level | Associate |
| Status | Per Diem |
| Facility | Sparrow Carson City |
| Experience Level | New Grad |