What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Technologist-PRN position at Elite Sports Medicine Orthopedics?
The MRI technologist provides MRI images as directed by the physicians, nurses, or other clinicians; maintains radiology equipment and supplies; and assists physicians and clinical staff as needed. This is a PRN position.
MINIMUM ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
Patient Services
- Greet patients and thoroughly explains the examination
- Provide a detailed response to any question that the patient may have related to their examination.
- Prepare patients for MRI procedure by positioning them in such a way that causes the least discomfort; instruct patient about how to position their body appropriately
- Obtain high quality, diagnostic images of the anatomy requested by the physician using appropriate safety precautions
- Capture and transmit images according to designated MRI protocol
- Possess knowledge to operate all MRI scanners within the practice
- Mark the encounter form to reflect the MRI exam performed
Patient Preparation and Equipment Maintenance
- Receive outside exams as they are delivered to the practice and import them into the PACS system
- Takes inventory of radiology stock and communicate supply shortages to the manager
- Ensure radiology equipment is in good working order. The technologist should communicate any maintenance issues to the radiology manager
- Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on x-ray equipment; ensure that equipment complies with regulatory requirements
- Maintain a clean and organized exam room
- Transfer images to a disc in the event they are needed outside the office
- Create and maintain written safety policies for use of radiologic equipment and proper procedures for patient safety
- Comply with all OSHA mandates for dosimeter readings and quality assurance
Other
- Maintain knowledge of the anatomical views according to each physicians’ preference
- Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations
- Maintain detailed knowledge of practice management and other computer software as it relates to job functions
- Attend annual CPR, OSHA and CLIA training programs
- Attend all regular meetings and provides feedback as it relates to radiology
- Perform other tasks and projects assigned by supervisor or physicians
Qualifications:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma required
- Certified Radiologic Technologist license required
- Certified MRI license required
- Training in orthopedics a plus
- Experience working in the MRI industry
- Complete understanding of MRI techniques and associated physics
- Working knowledge of managed care basics, and experience working with a managed care and Medicare population
- Comfortable using email and interacting with Internet applications
- Knowledge of practice management and word processing software
- Pleasant speaking voice and demeanor
- Good communication skills
- Neat, professional appearance
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.