MRI Liaison - Magnetic Resonance - Day

Essential Functions:

• Collaborates with physicians, nurses and MRI staff in the early identification of potential exam order issues. Obtains valid orders, either verbally or by fax, to allow for timely continuation of care. Communicates clearly and follows up on open issues in a timely manner.
• Correctly identifies patients through obtaining and verifying thorough and accurate data and documents.
• Ensures completion of patient's medical and MRI safety screening prior to presentation for exam.
• Verifies insurance authorization is in place prior to patient presentation for exam.
• Provides MRI staff with medical and environmental information pertinent to patient's current illness and exam requested (i.e. medical implants, claustrophobia, special needs).
• Ensures patient is scheduled on appropriate magnet considering implantable devices, body habitus and/or claustrophobia.
• Consults the MRI Safety Physicist in the event of any questionable implants, devices or additional MRI safety concerns.
• Demonstrates basic and updated MRI safety knowledge.
• Maintains a thorough and current knowledge of MRI services and external vendors for coordination of seamless care.
• Provides referring physician patient education information and direction to on-line resources.
• Consults with the MRI Team Leader or Lead Technologists for recommendations of other care options, as indicated, in the event the patient may not meet criteria for an MRI.

Common Expectations:

• Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment and safety standards.
• Maintains professional growth and development.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.