MRI Technologist, Breast Imaging - Breast Care Center - Full Time - Days
MRI Technologist, Breast Imaging - Breast Care Center - Full Time - Days
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Job Description
ProMedica Toledo Hospital is one of the largest acutecare facilities in the region. Our 794bed hospital is staffed by more than 4800 professional healthcare employees who serve a 27county area throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. We also have the areas largest boardcertified medical staff which is made up of more than 1000 primary care and specialty physicians. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work in a fast paced environment are a must. In addition for 15 consecutive years residents of Greater Toledo have named us the Consumer Choice Award winner in our market. In fact were the only hospital in northwest Ohio to receive this honor.
Position Summary
Under the direction of a Radiologist performs complex procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of disease/abnormalities. Assists physicians in the performance of breast MRI procedures.
Accountabilities
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to operate MRI equipment. Selects proper technical factors based on the age size weight anatomical differences and general health status of patients.
- Demonstrates knowledge and/or skills related to all Breast Imaging procedures.
- Prepares patients for examinations and explains procedures in easily understandable terminology and clear communication. Demonstrates the ability and knowledge to identify educational needs. Is responsible for obtaining pertinent clinical information for the Radiologist.
- Administers contrast media injections in compliance with NSF policy under the supervision of a Licensed Individual Practitioner.
- Maintains equipment and facilities in safe and clean conditions. Performs daily QC and reports any malfunction. Follows all MRI safety guidelines. Secures and maintains supplies.
- Must be competent in all Radiology informatics for the purpose of correctly ordering exams supplies and other data input.
- Demonstrates competency in the use of physical comfort measures and psychosocial needs when giving care to patients. Demonstrates awareness of safety standards for self and assigned area. Follows organizations mission and values of customer service.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school graduate/GED
- Must be able to cope with the stressful situations and handle deadlines in a demanding fast paced medical environment.
- Must be able to understand directions communicate and respond to inquiries; requires effective interpersonal skills.
- Must be competent in the use of facility communication systems and equipment (e.g. phones fax machines RIS/PACS).
- Breast imaging technologists/Mammographers preferredandMRI technologists will be considered.
- Must be registered by the ARRT. If registry eligible must pass registry within one year of accepting the position (see addendum).
- Must be licensed by state where required.
- Must be CPR certified
- Imaging technologists must be able to tolerate possible exposure to radiation and electrical hazards bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluids; must be able to tolerate wearing heavy protective garmentsfor extended period of time.
- Must be able to move lift or carry equipment or materials weighing up to 10 lbs. 10% of the time and with assistance move patients up to 200 or more lbs. 40% of the time.
The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent; it should not be considered exhaustive.
ProMedica is a missionbased notforprofit integrated healthcare organizational headquartered in Toledo Ohio. For more information please visit applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race color national origin ancestry religionsex/gender (including pregnancy)sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression age physical or mental disability military or protected veteran status citizenship familial or marital status genetics or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica please contact
Equal Opportunity Employer/DrugFree Workplace
Employment Type
Full-Time
