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Internal Compensation Grade
H29
Work Shift
Various (United States of America)
Job Summary
- Wellstar Douglas in Douglasville, Georgia is seeking a FT Registered MRI Tech.
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The Registered MRI Tech must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs.
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Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative.
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Assists with providing safe, age-appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures.
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Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study.
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Responsible for performing various technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of equipment for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
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Able to independently perform job functions.
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Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patients for the procedure.
Schedule & Incentives
- This role is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000.
- This role can offer a competitive relocation assistance package for eligible candidates
- A full-time position with a Thursday / Friday (7:30am - 5:00pm) and Saturday / Sunday (9:00am - 7:30pm) Schedule
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Benefits program that includes PTO, mental health support, wellness rooms, concierge services and more
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Access to Wellstar's CareerCare program for fully funded education and guided career progression
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions
Patient Care
- Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
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Follows established procedures for the administration of contrast medias so that no patient condition deteriorates and no patient suffers undue pain due to error or poor technique.
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Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification.
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Reviews images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
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Responds to emergency situations.
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Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed.
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Observes patient condition and evaluates when physician intervention is necessary so no patient condition deteriorates.
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Verifies correct identity of patient prior to performing a procedure according to hospital policy and procedure.
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Ensures patient privacy and comfort is accommodated; maintains patient dignity throughout the exam/procedure.
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Demonstrates competence in selecting and applying appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on the age of patients.
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Organizes schedule, time and priorities to accomplish required activities within designated time frames.
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Follows physicians' instructions when assisting with procedures and exams.
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Understands, demonstrates and documents pre-procedure verification and Time Out process when appropriate.
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Demonstrates and understands pre- and post-procedural care.
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Preps the patient for procedure.
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Demonstrates and understands sterile technique.
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Prepares trays and catheters for procedures; participates in biopsies when applicable.
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Demonstrates proficiency on the Dynacad when applicable.
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Prepares and may administer contrast.
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Verifies order is with contrast, checks patient GFR (labs) and ensures contrast dosing is weight-based.
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Uses appropriate safety devices to protect the patient's hearing during the exam.
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Understands anatomical positioning, correct labeling of body parts and infant immobilizer.
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Knows cross-sectional anatomy and includes all appropriate anatomy.
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Uses critical thinking skills.
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Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.
Equipment
- Demonstrates the ability to adjust technique so that patient receives the best study possible and that image quality is maintained.
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Reports problems regarding malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider so problems can be corrected in a timely manner.
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Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and department cleaning schedule.
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Ability to operate patient monitoring system.
Education and Communications
- Patiently and clearly explains purpose and nature of exam to patient prior to procedure using AIDET to minimize anxiety and facilitate cooperation.
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Ensures that patient questions, concerns or contraindications are satisfactorily addressed; notifies physician when unresolved prior to procedure.
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Participates in the orientation and training of departmental employees.
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Required documentation is concise, legible and includes precise terminology.
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Reads email each scheduled workday and follows through with assignment.
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Completes mandatory departmental and hospital-wide education without prompting.
Quality Control
- Produces acceptable images and follows established exam protocols.
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Ensures equipment is fully operational prior to each use by checking calibration and operating deficiencies.
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Sends all studies to PACS immediately after completion in RIS and prints CDs as needed.
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Studies transmitted after hours to teleradiography are printed and scanned into PACS when applicable.
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Maintains MRI suite in a safe environment, locked down at all times.
Operations
- Restocks linens and supplies and maintains MRI department in clean and orderly condition.
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Transports patients, positions patients and assists them on and off procedure table.
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Performs patient charging activities on the day service is rendered.
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Applies supportive and immobilization devices and equipment.
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Willingly lends knowledge and assistance to others upon request and when time allows.
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Performs routine clerical and support duties when required to ensure continuity and quality of services.
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Keeps supervisor informed on all responsibilities, providing prompt notification of problems or potential problems.
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Maintains individual productivity rate equal to other coworkers.
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Ability to operate all workstations associated with the MRI scanner.
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Ability to push/retrieve studies to the PACS system.
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Maintains Joint Commission standards and any other regulatory agency standards.
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Any other duties as assigned.
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Takes call when necessary.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work and code of conduct.
Required Minimum Education
- Successful completion of an accredited MRI program or ARRT-R - Required
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
(All required upon hire unless otherwise stated)
- Certified MRI Technologist or ARRT Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association
Required Minimum Experience
- Minimum 1 year experience in a clinical setting caring for patients - Required
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MRI clinical setting - Preferred
Required Minimum Skills
- Must exhibit excellent communication skills due to frequent verbal and written communication with physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff and nursing staff.
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Routinely obtains, presents and discusses clinical information regarding job responsibilities.
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Must be able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill and cooperation.
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Must function independently and under pressure while still participating actively in a team environment.
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Must exhibit excellent customer service skills at all times.
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Must be able to perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced work environment.
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Must have the ability to prioritize appropriately.
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Must be detail-oriented and able to multitask effectively throughout the shift.
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Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a variety of customers including patients, families, coworkers, volunteers and physicians.
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Must function independently yet productively as a cooperative team member with various work teams associated with the position.
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Must be compliant with all hospital policies as well as established practices, protocols and professional standards.
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Competent in all aspects of MRI, patient positioning, pulse sequence parameters and magnet safety.
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Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology and how they affect procedure quality.
We'd like to invite you on a career journey like no other ! In return for your contributions, we'll help you make the most of all life's moments - on and off the job. Wellstar Total Rewards is designed to provide for your total well-being, including: Your Wellness, Your Pay, Your Future, Your Joy. We think it's pretty simple - we care for our team members and our team members care for the community. Make a difference in patients' lives... and your own! Here, it's more than healthcare - it's CareerCare!
