Per Diem MRI Technologist

Job Title: Per Diem MRI Technologist

Reports to: MRI Manager

Summary: The Per Diem MRI Technologist works as a member of the MRI Team, reporting to the MRI Manager. This role provides MRI based imaging to patients and supports the patient experience throughout their time at GLMI. Effective communication between departments and exemplary patient care must be maintained. This role performs a variety of tasks beyond MRI imaging including; patient calls, documentation in charts, and assisting with both patient and other co-worker needs.

Our Values:

As a member of the team at GLMI it is expected that you embody the Great Lakes Way in your daily actions here.

Personalize the Experience

• Greet with eye contact and share a smile.
• Create a tone of friendliness and warmth in conversations with patients, peers, and associates.
• Respectfully interact with patients, peers, and associates at their pace and level.
• Take time to listen to and understand others.
• Demonstrate patience and compassion when interacting with patients, peers, and associates.
• Act on opportunities to go above and beyond.

Own it, Do it

• Do what you say you will do.
• Anticipate and prevent potential problems.
• Be responsible and efficient with Great Lakes resources (time, scheduling, property, equipment, etc.).
• Follow up on inquiries promptly and accurately.
• Take personal responsibility for your work area and the quality of your work.
• Communicate clearly, respectfully, and in a timely manner.

Perform as One Team

• Speak positively about Great Lakes, team members, and patients.
• Demonstrate respect and attentiveness to team members when communicating.
• Recognize and share successes of the Great Lakes Way in action.
• Proactively offer to help others.
• Be flexible and embrace change with a positive attitude.
• Contribute to a fun, energetic, and positive work environment.
• Practice blameless problem solving, assuming the positive intentions of others.

Strive for Excellence

• Share information, knowledge, and expertise.
• Be relentless about acting on opportunities to learn and improve.
• Ask for, accept, and use feedback.
• Look for and act on opportunities for continuous improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs all duties of a MRI Technologist including:
  • MRI procedures
  • Starting IV lines on patients using proper technique
• Communicates with patients regarding medical history, symptoms and explanation of procedures with associated documentation.
• Follows strict MRI safety guidelines at all times.
• Provides clear and thorough explanation of procedures to patients.
• Records all contrast injections administered to patients along with any complications of contrast injections
• Enters data in Radiology Information System, assuring accuracy and completeness.
• Verifies accuracy of orders prior to examining the patient.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area, provides quality control processes when necessary and ensures the safety of patients in the department.
• Attends to the medical needs of patients at all times. Maintains patient modesty at all times.
• Helps fellow technologists when not busy with MRI specific duties.
• Restocks supplies and maintains a list of things to be ordered.
• Operates standard imaging equipment including but not limited to:
  • MRI Machines
  • Power Injector
  • PC Computer
  • PACS/RIS Computer
  • Laser Film Printer/CD
• Other Duties May Be Assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of latitude & creativity is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma

ARRT approved program, 2 years' experience preferred but not required.

Certificates and Licenses:

CPR Certification

ARRT Certification in MRI required, or within 1 year of start date in accordance with GLMI policy.

New York State Radiologic Technology License with Injection

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• May be asked to lift up to 50 pounds
• Standing, walking, sitting, keyboard use for long periods of time
• Ability to listen and communicate with patients face to face or over the phone
• Will be required to read, write, work in a fast-paced office setting
• Ability to make decisions and think quickly
• Must have mental and physical capabilities to perform all tasks listed above