Job Title:

MRI Technologist

Department:

Radiology

Reports To:

Director of Radiology

FLSA Status:

NonExempt

Revision Date

12/1/23

Position Summary

MRI technologist job responsibilities include using magnetic resonance imaging equipment to scan and capture images to aid in patient diagnosis as ordered by a physician. WSH require the ability to closely follow a physicians instructions appropriately position patients prepare and operate MRI equipment and accurately record the images requested.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Work off of and be fluent with Nova Rad
• Work in addons stats and patient cancellations with a no problem attitude.
• Communicate with Radiologist/Technologist all changes to patient schedule or orders.
• Follows WSH protocols to ensure complete accurate and detail patient care.
• Proactively work the schedule to minimize down time by calling patients in early.
• Communicate to patients any delays in their appointment time.
• Communicate all system issues and incidents to appropriate Supervisor.
• Demonstrates cost effectiveness in use of supplies and equipment.
• Adheres to HIPPA requirements. Ensure the security of all Private Health Information (PHI) by following adopted office procedures.
• Requires ability to multitask and prioritize. Work well under pressure.
• Requires ability to demonstrate good judgment and follow all policies as they relate to attendance dress code safety timesheets reporting procedures and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
• Treat patients referring physicians and coworkers in a courteous respectfully and empathic manner at all times.
• Remains flexible with patient schedule and other changes in working conditions. May be required to work at different sites or in various capacities.
• Recognizes when there is a need in other areas of the hospital and readily offers assistance.
• Completes xray in a timely manner and follows proper positioning protocols.
• Becomes fluent in lab to offer assistance whenever needed.
• Ensures the room is stocked and ready for next shift.
• Prepare and maintain accurate medical record files and notes according to procedures.
• Request and process previous films and reports for comparison when applicable.
• Fax preliminary reports as directed by the Radiologist.
• Provide patients and referring physicians with reports in a timely fashion.
• Prepare films and burn disks in accordance to referring physician and patient requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Safety/Infection Control

• Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to regulations and hospital policies and
• procedures pertaining to safety emergency preparedness infection control OSHA fire safety and hazardous materials
• Complies with National Patient Safety Goals as they pertain to job responsibilities

Performance Improvement

• Participate in performance improvement activities as necessary

Customer Service

• Maintain confidentiality of patient related issues and adhering to all HIPAA rules and regulations.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills
• Treat all patients visitors and staff members fairly and with respect
• Utilize effective communication methods and skills
• Explain all procedures treatments and care while remaining aware of language barriers
• Able to perform care in nonjudgmental manner and recognize discrepancies between patient and personal beliefs

Company Policy

• Ensure personal appearance is business casual and professional at all times
• Responsible for wearing identification badge at all times which must be visible and above the waistline
• Attend all required meetings and inservice education
• Remain flexible in staffing patterns and resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignments
• Compliance with attendance standards
• Demonstrate flexibility when changes in assignments are necessary

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent
• ARRT R(RT)(MR)
• Associates Degree or Certificate from ARRT accredited school.
• 2 years office experience in Radiology
• Strong Medical Terminology
• Excellent Customer Service skills
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

LANGUAGE/MATH/REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in oneonone and small group situations to customers clients and other employees of the organization
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement volume and distance
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Strong Computer Skills including Microsoft Office applications

CERTIFICATE/LICENSES

• BLS

Competencies

• Professional Maturity: The ability to separate emotional feelings from the real issues at hand
• Responsibility: The ability to accept choices you have made and the results they have led to
• Communication: The ability to write and speak effectively; actively listens to others and give feedback
• Flexibility: Demonstrate responsiveness and adaptability following change initiatives
• Intelligence: Understand information and apply new knowledge
• Energetic: Exhibits high levels of energy and enthusiasm
• Organized: Efficient in structuring tasks to be accomplished