MRI Technologist - Weekend
Company: CARLE
Location: Farmer City
Posted on: June 21, 2022
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Job Description:
The MRI Technologist performs magnetic resonance imaging
procedures utilizing various imaging equipment and contrast
material. Prepares and administers gadolinium based contrast
material based on Carle policies and procedures. Demonstrates
acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning,
technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy,
quality and completeness. Ensures patient, visitor and
environmental safety. Reports safety events immediately including
those that are a near miss. May perform duties of MRI Lead or
Imaging Coordinator in his/her absence. Meets productivity levels
as established by department benchmarking. Assists other areas
during downtimes so to maintain productivity. May be required to
perform duties of other modalities within the department to which
licensers are held by the technologist/sonographer. Complies with
other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed
within the department. Required secondary registries are not
required for cross trained modalities at HRHC unless otherwise
required by specific compliance, licensure, or accrediting bodies.
Research assignments as needed. Performs magnetic resonance imaging
procedures and assigned invasive procedures by acquiring and
processing patient exams as outlined in department protocols
including performing multi-planar reformats and/or 3D rendered
images independently. Reviews case with the radiologist when
appropriate. Administers IV gadolinium based contrast when
appropriate and recognizes and responds to any adverse reactions or
allergic reactions. Administers IV gadolinium based contrast
material by means of existing IV line or by performing
veni-puncture and placing IV line. Responsible to review radiology
orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and
supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to
acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering
provider and/or Radiologist. Transfers and verifies image data in
PACS and provides necessary medical history and information for
Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes RIS for proper scheduling,
billing and coding of procedures. Utilizes the web server/EA viewer
and email system to send exams for preliminary readings to
nighthawks after hours. Responsible for maintaining imaging
equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply
inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions
and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner.
Assists in the instruction of students and new staff in the unit's
operations as necessary.
Keywords: CARLE, Bloomington , MRI Technologist - Weekend, Other , Farmer City, Illinois
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