About This Role
This technologist role is responsible for the daily operations of the MRI modality, performing Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) according to established protocols under the direction of radiologists and other physicians. The position also involves contributing to the training and onboarding of new employees and assisting in the supervision of MRI students.
Responsibilities
- Complete assigned tasks in a time frame appropriate for the situation, demonstrating flexibility to fluctuation in workload
- Select and operate the magnetic resonance system, surface coils, physiologic gating devices, and associated equipment to achieve desired results
- Apply principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others
- Properly position the patient on the MRI scanning cradle to obtain desired anatomic position
- Input patient information and select scan parameters for specific exams
- Scan patients according to established protocol and physician request
- Perform IV injections and demonstrate knowledge of use and care of existing IVs
- Administer magnetic contrast agents specific to procedure
- Manipulate images using a wide variety of available computer functions to optimally visualize desired anatomy
- Perform quality assurance tests as specified by department protocol
- Demonstrate and maintain clinical competency as required for the department
- Demonstrate knowledge of direct patient care by evaluating the patient, verifying patient, and related information to assure appropriate procedure is performed
- Explain procedure to patient
- Prepare patient for procedure by obtaining and recording patient history and consent form (if applicable)
- Properly screen all patients for metal safety
- Ensure patient comfort, privacy, and safety during procedure
- Monitor condition of patient and medical equipment that may be disturbed due to the nature of exam and report changes to patient care services
- Troubleshoot equipment during malfunction in absence of service engineer and report malfunction to radiology maintenance/supervisor
- Participate in the education/instruction of students and the orientation of new staff
- Participate in performance improvement projects
- Assist department in achieving successful results in all federal, state and local agency audits
- Select appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters
- Maintain controlled access to the magnet room and Zone 2, 3 and 4
About the Company
Bon Secours celebrates the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life in giving good help to those in need. The company supports and empowers its employees to bring their best in service of patients and its Mission.
