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#### Job ID: 56254
Positions Location: Carson City, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: The
Description:
Positions Location: Carson City, MI
Job Description
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.
Job Requirements
General Requirements
• ARRT registered with MRI Certification.
Work Experience
• None • Preferred - 2 years MRI experience.
Education
Associate degree in Radiologic Technology
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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Job Family
Radiology/Imaging
Requirements:
Shift
Variable
Degree Type / Education Level
Associate
Status
Per Diem
Facility
Sparrow Carson City
Experience Level
Under 4 Years