MRI Technologist - Per Diem - Days - MHP

Memorial Healthcare System

  • Hollywood, FL
  • 1 day ago

    Highlights

    Accredited Program: Imaging (Required) ARRT_American Registry of Radiology Tech (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART). Extensive teamwork and collaboration areencouraged across the modalities for the mutual benefit of improving patient outcomes and providing a rewarding experience for our employees involved in their care.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHollywood, FL

    Description

    MRI Technologist

    Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida

    Employees in Imaging Services at #teamMHSflorida enjoy participating in an excellent, unrivaled culture. Patient safety, quality and outstanding customer service are valued above all else. Extensive teamwork and collaboration areencouraged across the modalities for the mutual benefit of improving patient outcomes and providing a rewarding experience for our employees involved in their care.

    Job Description

    Performs magnetic resonance imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

    Responsibilities

    Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Takes on call shift responsibilities as required by the department. Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes acquisition parameters and resulting sequences and identifies issues with the quality of images. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and/or repeating images/sequences in conjunction with interpreting physicians and standard protocols. Maintains MRI Safety in accordance with safety recommendations outlined by the American College of Radiology and hospital policy. Charges appropriately for all supplies used for procedure and utilizes appropriate exam codes.

    Competencies

    ACCOUNTABILITY, CARDIAC MONITORING - TECHS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, MRI SAFETY, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT POSITIONING AND PROCEDURES, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

    Education and Certification Requirements

    Accredited Program: Imaging (Required) ARRT_American Registry of Radiology Tech (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)

    Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
    • Bending and Stooping = 40%
    • Climbing = 0%
    • Keyboard Entry = 60%
    • Kneeling = 40%
    • Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%
    • Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
    • Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
    • Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
    • Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
    • Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
    • Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
    • Reaching = 60%
    • Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 20%
    • Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 40%
    • Running = 0%
    • Sitting = 60%
    • Squatting = 20%
    • Standing = 20%
    • Walking = 40%
    • Audible Speech = 80%
    • Hearing Acuity = 80%
    • Smelling Acuity = 0%
    • Taste Discrimination = 0%
    • Depth Perception = 80%
    • Distinguish Color = 80%
    • Seeing - Far = 80%
    • Seeing - Near = 80%
    • Bio hazardous Waste = 40%
    • Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 40%
    • Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 40%
    • Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 40%
    • Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 40%
    • Asbestos = 0%
    • Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
    • Dust = 0%
    • Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 0%
    • Hazardous Chemicals = 20%
    • Hazardous Medication = 20%
    • Latex = 20%
    • Computer Monitor = 60%
    • Domestic Animals = 0%
    • Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
    • Fire Risk = 20%
    • Hazardous Noise = 0%
    • Heating Devices = 0%
    • Hypoxia = 0%
    • Laser/High Intensity Lights = 20%
    • Magnetic Fields = 60%
    • Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
    • Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
    • Potential Electric Shock = 20%
    • Potential for Physical Assault = 20%
    • Radiation = 0%
    • Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
    • Unprotected Heights = 0%
    • Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 20%

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