MRI Technologist, Radiology MRI, Full Time, Midshift

Facility Name: Jackson Memorial Hospital- Radiology MRI

Facility Address: 1611 NW 12 Ave., Miami, FL 33136

Shift Details: Full Time, 9:00 am - 9:30 pm, rotating weekends, call and, holidays

Why Jackson Memorial Hospital: Jackson Memorial Hospital is the flagship hospital for Jackson Health System and it has been a beacon of medical excellence and community care for more than a century. Throughout its rich and storied history, Jackson Memorial - located in the heart of the City of Miami - has been ground zero for some of the world's greatest medical breakthroughs and important moments in South Florida. We've grown into one of the nation's largest public hospitals, and one of the few that is also a world-class academic medical center with a proud mission and proven success. Jackson Memorial is an accredited, tertiary teaching hospital with 1,500 licensed beds, where nearly every medical specialty is provided by some of the world's most skilled and highly regarded multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

Summary

MRI Technologist performs skilled work in Magnetic Resonance Imaging dealing with computerizes scans and using complex equipment in completing specialized diagnostic studies.

Responsibilities

• Operates advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment with precision and expertise
• Performs specialized diagnostic imaging procedures using computer-based visualization of internal organs and structures
• Conducts dynamic and routine scans of the head, chest, spine, abdomen, and extremities using proper imaging techniques
• Ensures patient and staff safety by following all prescribed protection standards
• Assists physicians during imaging procedures as needed
• Follows established protocols for MRI computer system start-up and shutdown
• Reviews patient charts for lab results and allergy history when contrast is required
• Confirms patient identity before transport, before injections, during technologist handoff, and prior to scanning; applies the same standards for outpatients
• Uses appropriate immobilization devices while adhering to age-specific safety requirements
• Administers contrast material when authorized by a radiologist and in accordance with departmental protocol
• Practices universal precautions and uses protective measures when handling contrast agents
• Assists physicians with contrast administration
• Monitors Dry View film processing
• Communicates clearly with patients and provides reassurance throughout procedures
• Performs basic patient care, addressing physical and psychological needs according to age-specific requirements
• Initiates life-support measures when necessary and maintains current CPR certification
• Provides holiday coverage and participates in on-call rotation
• Demonstrates proficiency with the HIS computer system, ensuring accurate documentation of completed and incomplete procedures
• Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions to a supervisor and documents issues in the downtime logbook
• Completes laboratory records and reports accurately
• Transfers relevant information from the medical record to the radiology request form
• Complies with all departmental, hospital, and safety protocols
• Participates in on-the-job training and departmental in-service programs to learn new equipment and advanced techniques
• Reviews CQI Quarterly Reports during monthly meetings and contributes to quality improvement initiatives
• Demonstrates service excellence and embodies CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Expertise
• Performs additional related duties as assigned
  
  

Experience

Generally requires 3 to 5 years of related experience.

Education

Graduation from an accredited program in Radiologic Technology with additional training in MR is required.

Credentials

• Valid Florida State license as a Radiology Technologist is preferred.
• Employees hired BEFORE 2/1/2017 MUST obtain the required ARRT Certification by 12/31/2017. Employees who have completed training at JHS may be granted a grace period of 6 months upon hire to obtain the required certification. Any new hires with external training must have the required certification at the time of hire.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification with at least 6 months validity required.
  
  

Unit Specific Credential

FL-BLS

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