Mri In Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

• Abides by and enforces all compliance requirements and policies and performs these responsibilities in an ethical manner consistent with the organization's values.
  

  Adheres to hospital and departmental policies including confidentiality.

  
  

  Exhibits an acceptable work ethic as evidenced by regular and prompt attendance, as well as following all timekeeping/ clocking policies.

  
  

  Utilizes proper body mechanics when:

  
  
  
  
  • Moving, positioning and transferring patients without assistance or with assistance when needed for patient safety.
  
  
  • Moving equipment/supplies necessary to perform essential functions.
  
  
  
  

  Demonstrates CPR according to American Heart Association standards.

  
  

  Works assigned schedule including overtime and call as required.

  
  

  May assist with training of MRI students.

  
  

  Performs a variety of related digital image management tasks as necessary. i.e. exceptions, annotations

  
  

  Maintains competency by demonstrating a complete working knowledge of all imaging equipment and supplies, including but not limited to:

  
  
  
  
  • 3T and/or 1.5T MRI
  
  
  • All coils associated with MRI exams
  
  
  • Power injector
  
  
  • MRI patient monitoring equipment
  
  
  • Post processing software
  
  
  
  

  Demonstrates proper positioning for all MRI exams.

  
  

  Appropriately labels patient position to recent correct orientation of images.

  
  

  Adjusts scanning factors and coils according to patient and body part being examined.

  
  

  Adjusts scanning parameters for \"conditional\" implants according to manufacturer literature, peer-reviewed data, and product labeling.

  
  

  Adheres to all MRI safety and screening policies for patients, visitors, and healthcare workers and reports unsafe practices and conditions.

  
  

  Performs patient assessment and screening within the scope of practice.

  
  

  Reviews patient's prior imaging and history to ensure appropriate exam is ordered, consulting the Radiologist or ordering practitioner when needed.

  
  

  Researches surgical histories and researches devices and implants.

  
  

  Demonstrates understanding of the hazards associated with MRI and considers these hazards when pardoning all functions.

  
  

  Uses proper padding and ensures patient positioning or devices do not create a \"loop\" to reduce potential for bums.

  
  

  Uses methods to alleviate claustrophobia or anxiety for patients.

  
  

  Recognizes emergency situations and initiates code procedures as needed, following safe MRI procedures.

  
  

  Maintains aseptic or sterile technique, as appropriate, when performing MRI image-guided invasive procedures.

  
  

  Directly assists the Radiologist/physician during MRI image-guided invasive procedures.

  
  

  Prepares patient for intravenous (IV) injections: starting the IV and maintaining access.

  
  

  Administers IV contrast per approved protocols.

  
  


• Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements


• Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards


• Regular and prompt attendance


• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required


• Related duties as assigned

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

• High School Diploma or equivalent, successful completion of an approved course in Radiologic Technology and 1 year experience conducting routine diagnostic procedures, and completion of an approved program in advanced modality or one year of experience in advance modality Required OR


• Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Technology may substitute for the required experience in conducting routine diagnostic procedures. Required


• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Diagnostic Radiology Upon Hire Required


• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.