Travel MRI Technologist - $2,639 per week
Company: Atrium Health - 1000 Blythe Blvd.
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: October 29, 2024
Job Description:
- Job Details
- The MRI Technologist I perform procedures in accordance with
departmental protocols and standards.
- Operates MRI Scanners and associated equipment with a high
level of proficiency.
- Equipment includes scanner, post processing stations/programs,
IV contrast injectors, O2 and suction equipment, patient transport
and patient monitoring equipment.
- Job Requirements
- Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned
patient.
- Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before
performing exam.
- Contacts ordering provider when there are discrepancies.
- Properly identify (Using two patient identifiers) and assist
patients.
- Prepares patients for the procedure with a full explanation and
documents on appropriate worksheets.
- Interviews patients for a complete medical history.
- Reviews in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMR's to obtain
pertinent clinical history.
- Records medical history on requisitions.
- Correlates other test results and laboratory data with exam
being performed.
- Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam
until completion of dictated results.
- Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental
protocols.
- On request, records contrast type and amount.
- Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a
Radiologist if needed.
- Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional,
reconstructed images, and/or measurements as instructed.
- Performs basic patient care functions.
- Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the
patient's condition.
- Initiates life support measures for patients when
necessary.
- Assists in "code blue" procedures during medical
emergencies.
- Performs MRI scanning and assists Physicians/PA during invasive
procedures.
- Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation of
necessary supplies.
- Performs all invasive procedures in accordance with bloodborne
pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies and
procedures.
- Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as
directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
- Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees,
patients and family members.
- Follows appropriate radiation safety standards
- Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department
director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology
engineer.
- Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an
environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne
pathogens and infectious disease.
- Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures.
- Attends all in-service classes and completes all required
safety modules.
- Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders
and charging procedures/supplies.
- Documents contrast administration in the MAR.
- Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly
fashion.
- Keeps area completely stocked.
- Cleans all work areas to promote cleanliness in the
workplace.
- Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when
performing exams or services in conjunction with a MRI scan.
- Maintains knowledge of all MRI safety requirements for both
staff and patients while in and around magnetic fields.
- Additional Details
- Physical Requirements: Requires moderate to heavy physical
efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and
supplies.
- Occasional standing, walking, and sitting during normal
operation.
- Frequently may be required to stretch, bend twist, squat or
kneel in the daily operation of the MRI department.
- May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the
day such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, being near
moving equipment.
- Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure
to ionizing radiation.
Keywords: Atrium Health - 1000 Blythe Blvd., Rock Hill , Travel MRI Technologist - $2,639 per week, Other , Charlotte, South Carolina
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