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Job Description Summary

Under the supervision of the MRI Manager, the MRI Team Leader and MRI Safety Officer, the technologist performs a variety of routine and advanced MRI procedures in the presence of a strong magnetic field while monitoring and maintaining essential patient care and safety.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.    Includes preparing patient, positioning, setting imaging parameters, performing computer processing, and displaying images.
2.    Performs scheduled quality control procedures on MRI scanners and other related equipment. Records QA results as required. Reports any potential equipment related problems to MRI Management Team, as necessary.
3.    Insert IV catheters as needed. 
4.    Prepares for and performs intravenous injection of MR contrast agents including the use of the MR compatible power injector. Understands and can communicate the possible contraindications as well as monitor for and respond to adverse reactions to MR contrast agents. Records all information regarding contrast injections appropriately.
5.    Instructs patients and visitors in MR safety procedures.
6.    Ensures adherence to safety practices by all persons entering the MRI area.
7.    Reviews outpatient and/or inpatient schedules to confirm exams have been protocoled and reviewed for potential contra-indications.
8.    Reviews outpatient and/or inpatient schedules to confirm exams have been protocoled and reviewed for potential contra-indications.
9.    Reviews outpatient and/or inpatient schedules to confirm exams have been protocoled and reviewed for potential contra-indications.
10.    Acts as final check point for patient safety and protocol clarification.
11.    Works to prepare inpatients that need MRI examinations by performing inpatient MRI screening, multidisciplinary care-coordination, and the integration of ancillary MRI safe equipment to ensure efficient and effective imaging.
12.    Communicate with radiologist for protocol clarification when necessary.
13.    Uses designated department protocols. If issues are observed within the designated protocol, report them to the MRI management team and MRI schedulers.
14.    Assists in the instruction of visitors and medical staff rotating through the area. Explains patient procedures, processing, equipment operation, safety practices, etc.
15.    Obtains and documents necessary patient information from patient/family/significant others and health-care providers pertinent to the care of the patient. i.e., safety (Use of Magnetic field), medical history for relevance of exam ordered.
16.    Completes assessments by utilizing medical record/radiology requisitions/physicians’ orders to ensure appropriateness of procedures.
17.    Assess patient’s condition/status ensuring the ability of patient to proceed with MRI exam.
18.    Document all pertinent information involving the use of oral/IV contrast in Epic and obtain accurate allergy information.
19.    Performs all MRI exams with 100% accuracy. 
20.    Accurately follow departments’ clinical protocols, including post-processing. 
21.    Rigorously evaluates images for diagnostic purposes; recognizing anatomy and pathology for need of an additional scan or contrast.
22.    Begin and complete all MRI exams utilizing the RIS tracking system with 100% accuracy.
23.    Utilizes PACS modality work list with 100% accuracy; patient demographics and accession numbers.
24.    Responsible for scanning all required documents into PACS and Epic Media Manager for paperless workflow.
25.    Properly QC’s MRI studies utilizing Epic, PACS and DynaCad. 
26.    Follow all safety protocols relating to Magnet safety with 100% accuracy.
27.    Demonstrates the ability to contact GE Cares and report the need for service and/or place proper GE I-Linq service ticket using the MRI unit. 
28.    Readily and willingly contribute to the team approach to provide optimal quality patient care/customer satisfaction by working non-assigned shifts as needed and at other sites.
29.    American Heart Association BLS certification.
30.    Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients/visitors and colleagues.
31.    Incorporates South Shore Health and Mission Statement into daily activities.
32.    Complies with all South Shore Hospital Policies.
33.    Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and South Shore Hospital.
34.    Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
35.    Demonstrates an understanding of job description, performance expectations, and competency assessments.
36.    Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to our customer service standards.
37.    Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
38.    Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
39.    Performs all other duties as required and directed by the Director of Imaging, MRI Manager and MRI Team Leader in an effort to assist the MRI department. 
40.    MRI Technologists will be expected to help transport patients when and if any safety concerns arise.

Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
1.    Before any invasive procedures start, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
2.    Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.
3.    Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal read back to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.
4.    Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper hand washing, as observed by nurse managers and peers.
5.    Consistently follow the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.
6.    Always make appropriate use of personal protective equipment.
7.    Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.
8.    Adheres to universal precautions.
9.    Appropriately dispose of hazardous materials.
10.    Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.
11.    Participates in continued learning and possesses a willingness and ability to learn and utilize modern technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
12.    Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.

Technology and Learning:

•    Must be proficient in Cross Sectional Anatomy, the use of MRI scanners/power injectors/venipuncture or in the absence of this skill the ability to be trained to a level of competency.
•    Must be proficient in Magnet Safety.
•    Good working knowledge of Epic (Radiant) and PACS or, without this skill, the ability to be trained to a level of competency.
 

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education - Required
Must be a graduate of an approved school of Medical Imaging and be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Minimum Work Experience
1-2 years’ experience as a Radiologic technologist preferred with at least one year in a specialty such as CT scan.

MRI experience is preferred
Required Licenses / Registrations

Must be registered or eligible for certification in MRI by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent (ARMRIT). If not, you must meet and successfully complete either ARRT (MRI) or equivalent certification (ARMRIT) and registration within 6 months of employment.

Required Classes/Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS) "OR" BLS Instructor (AHA) within 90 days of hire

Required additional Knowledge and Abilities:

Flexibility to work overtime/cover other than assigned shifts and other sites as needed. Holiday rotation is mandatory.

Staff may be required to float among radiology off-sites and divisions associated with SSH as needed to maintain the operations of the Health System

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