About this position
POSITION SUMMARY
To provide
high quality
imaging MRI procedures to our patients and physicians in a respectful and efficient manner while providing those services in a safe and clean environment.POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Formal Education / Training:
Graduate of an
ARRT
approved program, accredited through The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, and be registered or working toward certification in the subspecialty of MRI; or hold currentARMRIT
certification.Must be in compliance with CE Requirements.
BLS is required within 90 days of hire.
Workplace Experience:
Preference of at least one year of work experience in
hospital
environment working in MRI after graduation and accreditation; however, willing to train.Equipment and Skills Training:
General computer knowledge as well as a keen mind for safety
Physical Environment:
Large field strength magnet with a special focus on patient safety and universal precautions practiced in a multimodality imaging department
Physical Effort:
Possesses the ability to perform multifunctional tasks
to
include: physicallymanipulate
andoperate
equipment,assist
in the movement of patients from wheelchairs and stretchers to table; bend, twist, stoop; lift 20 pounds; communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing; make appropriate judgment decisions in urgent or emergency situations; and demonstrate emotional stability and psychological health in day to day interaction with fellow employees, patients, their families, and physicians. Must be willing to take call on weekends and at other times as deemed necessary.PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
- Checks patient identification and physician
order
to ensure accuracy ofrequest
before proceeding with study. - Questions all patients regarding medical history to include any surgeries which might include implants or
Pacemakers
and communicates withpatient
to ensurepatient
understands study and is as comfortable as possible. - Provides
safe
environment for patients. Follows safety procedure at all times and will stopprocedure
immediately ifpatient
becomes claustrophobic, if any part ofbody
becomes warm, or ifpatient
simply wishes to terminateprocedure
- Communicates regularly DURING
MRI
procedure to provide the patient with a more pleasant experience. - Communicates potential or existing problems/opportunities to improve quality of care or services.
- Strives to maintain the dignity of each patient by ensuring the patient is properly covered at all
times;
duringexam
and patient transport. - Seeks opportunities to assist in other areas during downtime, short staff, or high census periods. Always makes good use of time.
- Shows leadership and teamwork in difficult situations and makes appropriate decisions.
- Volunteers for overtime and fill-in when needed. Completes scans ordered or scheduled during their shift.
- Ensures the safety of patients by following all safety procedures while moving patients from wheelchair or stretcher to table and watching patient while on table.
- Works well with fellow employees to provide the most efficient use of equipment and ensures that all requests from physicians and patients are completed.
- Helps facilitate specialty radiology reads for stat or urgent exams when needed.
Location and commute
810 Oak Meadow Dr, Franklin, TN 37064.
Plan your route with Google Maps. Travel times and transportation options vary; confirm the work location with the employer before commuting.
How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-2992081479.