What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI / X-Ray Imaging Technologist Full or Part-Time position at ELM Management Services, LLC?
At ELM Management Services, the MRI and X-Ray Technologist is to ensure all patient scans are conducted timely, maintain all regulatory and credentialing requirements through IAC while providing a high level of customer service to both patients and internal Legacy Staff. This role reports to the Chief Operating Officer.
Essential Functions:
- Contact the patients prior to the scan date to obtain a medical history, discuss what to wear, assure patients can fit comfortably in the machine, etc.
- Prescreen for ferromagnetic objects to ensure a successful image
- Review orders in EClinicalWorks for specific areas to scan
- Protect the patient by shielding exposed areas that do not need to be imaged
- Position the patient and the equipment to maximize image quality
- Operate the approved software to record the image
- Assist the providers with the images, and decide if additional images need to be taken
- Complete the reports in the PACS system in to prepare scans for reading
- Provide each patient with a CD of the recorded images
- Maintain patient records
- Take X-Rays as ordered
- Adjust, maintain and work with Esaote technician to ensure the machines are operating as designed
- Responsible for maintaining accreditation through IAC
- Operate the C-Arm machine as needed
- Any other tasks as assigned related to medical imaging and diagnostics
- Knowledge of MRI quality control procedures and the ability to troubleshoot problems with equipment or exams
- Knowledge of medical terminology and diagnosis/procedure coding desired
- 1-2 years’ prior experience
- Ability to use discretion and work independently under general supervision.
- Ability to understand and adhere to the Professional Code of Conduct.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology or a related field required preferred
- Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program or equivalent hospital-based program
- 1-2 years’ prior MRI/X-ray technologist experience
- Must meet pre-employment requirements and maintain all applicable state and job-related guidelines for background screening. Depending on state-specific requirements, this may include drug testing, health screening, CPR/Basic First Aid, and license/credential verifications.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities; these are made on a case-by-case basis.
While performing the responsibilities of the role, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use his or her hands and fingers. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Limitations and Disclaimer:
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Other duties may be assigned from time to time.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
ELM is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military, and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.