MRI Technologist - Atrium Health Levine's Children's Hospital FT Evenings
Company: Atrium Health
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: October 29, 2024
Job Description:
Overview Job DetailsShift hours: Mon-Fri., 2pm-10:30pm This
position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. In addition to the sign-on
bonus, new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust
benefits packages, paid time off, and opportunities for career
advancement.Interested in being considered? Please apply, and a
Talent acquisition team member will contact you with the next steps
via email or phone. Feel free to share this opportunity with others
that may be interested as well and visit our careers page: Atrium
Health Levine's Children's Hospital (LCH) has taken the community
to another level of service to provide care for the growing
population of children in our region. At 247 beds, LCH is the
largest children's hospital between Atlanta and Washington DC. It
serves high acuity patients as the flagship children's hospital
within the innovative Atrium Health and offers a full complement of
over 125 pediatric subspecialists in over 30 different pediatric
specialties. We have 4 pediatric hospitalist teams, a 20-bed PICU
(including Cardiac ICU), an 85-bed Level IV NICU, and an inpatient
pediatric rehabilitation floor. Levine Children's Hospital is also
Charlotte's only Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center, staffed by
doctors trained in pediatric emergency medicine. LCH has
successfully ranked as a Best Children's Hospitals by U.S. News &
World Report for 16 consecutive years. Additionally, Atrium Health
Carolinas Medical Center and Atrium Health Levine Children's
Hospital have earned Magnet re-designation from The American Nurses
Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program -. Magnet
designated health care organizations showcase excellence in nursing
practice and patient outcomes. Check out this video if interested
in learning more about the benefits of joining our facilities:
Atrium Health Radiology - Live Meaningfully - YouTube Job
SummaryThe MRI Technologist I perform procedures in accordance with
departmental protocols and standards. Operates MRI Scanners and
associated equipment with a high level of proficiency. This
equipment includes scanner, post processing stations/programs, IV
contrast injectors, O2 and suction equipment, patient transport and
patient monitoring equipment. Essential Functions
- Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing
exam. Contacts ordering provider when there are discrepancies.
- Properly identify (Using two patient identifiers) and assist
patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures.
Prepares patients for the procedure with a full explanation and
documents on appropriate worksheets.
- Interviews patients for a complete medical history. Reviews
in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMR's to obtain pertinent clinical
history. Records medical history on requisitions. Correlates other
test results and laboratory data with exam being performed.
- Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam
until completion of dictated results.
- Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental
protocols. On request, records contrast type and amount.
- Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a
Radiologist if needed. Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes
any additional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as
instructed.
- Performs basic patient care functions. Informs appropriate
nursing personnel of any changes in the patient's condition.
Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary.
Assists in "code blue" procedures during medical emergencies.
- Performs MRI scanning and assists Physicians/PA during invasive
procedures. Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation
of necessary supplies. Performs all invasive procedures in
accordance with bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection
control policies and procedures.
- Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as
directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
- Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees,
patients and family members. Follows appropriate radiation safety
standards
- Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department
director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology
engineer.
- Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an
environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne
pathogens and infectious disease.
- Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures. Attends all
in-service classes and completes all required safety modules.
- Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders
and charging procedures/supplies. Documents contrast administration
in the MAR.
- Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion.
Keeps area completely stocked. Cleans all work areas to promote
cleanliness in the workplace.
- Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when
performing exams or services in conjunction with a MRI scan.
- Maintains knowledge of all MRI safety requirements for both
staff and patients while in and around magnetic fieldsPhysical
RequirementsRequires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting
and moving patients, equipment and supplies. Occasional standing,
walking, and sitting during normal operation. Frequently may be
required to stretch, bend twist, squat or kneel in the daily
operation of the MRI department. May be exposed to various physical
conditions throughout the day such as walking on hard surfaces,
climbing stairs, being near moving equipment. Required to use
radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing
radiation. Education, Experience and CertificationsGraduate of an
accredited two-year AMA approved program in Radiologic or Nuclear
Medicine Technology or active enrollment in a ARMRIT or ARRT
registry eligible program required. ARRT certification in
Radiologic Technology, ARRT or NMTCB for Nuclear Medicine with
advanced registry from the ARMRIT or ARRT in MRI required within
one year of hire. CPR certification required. Current CPR
certification required. Associated topics: blood collection,
hematopathology, medical technologist, mls, molecular, scientist,
sterile processing technician, surgical technologist, technician
ii, technician laboratory
Keywords: Atrium Health, Spartanburg , MRI Technologist - Atrium Health Levine's Children's Hospital FT Evenings, Healthcare , Charlotte, South Carolina
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