Job Description
Job Title: MRI Technologist
Job ID: 190001A1
Status: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Hours: Hours & days will vary
Shift: Variable
Facility:
UPMC Presbyterian
Department: MRI
Location: 200 Lothrop St, Pittsburgh PA 15213
Description
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UPMC Presbyterian is excited to be hiring full time MRI Technologists, offering our new starting rate and sign on bonus options!
Purpose:
Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant
supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that
require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed
ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.
Responsibilities:
- Practices and maintains MR
safety in the department.
- Maintains clinical competency
for all exams and equipment.
- Performs procedures for
reviewing, processing and archiving.
- Prior to start of exam, reads
and presents all relevant information to the physician based on protocol
- Identifies all patients
properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol
when performing procedures.
- Reviews patient history and
assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for
optimal results in the acquisition of data including the labeling
/preparation/and administration of contrast.
- Documents patient history in
electronic record as required.
- Demonstrates a strong ability
to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high
level of caring, listening, dignity and respect.
- Able to work as team member
within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care
efficiently.
- Demonstrates the ability to
communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and
explain procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their
cooperation.
- Ensures all exams within
his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS
system, all patient information is updated and documented in Rad
Assessment, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and
interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams
performed
Qualifications
Graduate of an ARRT approved school
of Radiologic Technology, or completion of an accredited CNMT program or
accredited ARDMS program.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Must obtain MR registry within 18 months of hire
date
- CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a
didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
- Act 34 Criminal Clearance
- American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or
American Registered Radiologic Technologists
- Basic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
- Nuclear Medical Technologist Certification
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals
with Disabilities
Salary Range:
$23.75 to
$36.63 / hour
Union Position: no
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