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Cape Fear Valley Health

MRI Technologist-Per Diem Variable

Cape Fear Valley Health, Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States, 28305

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Overview Performs all MRI routine procedures for the diagnostic treatment of specified diseases or conditions.

Facility Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department MRI

Job Family Allied Health

Work Shift Variable (United States of America)

Major Job Functions

Perform all routine procedures designated within the MRI Section of Radiology Department

Demonstrates competency and efficiency in the treatment, care of and interaction with all patients of any age to include neo-natal, newborns, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics

Responsible for assessing and clearing the patient for MRI safety

Reviews the physician order or patient chart for appropriate order, diagnosis and physician signature

Confirms the signed Patient MRI Interview Form

Prepares the patient for the procedure, answers any questions or refers questions to the radiologist assigned

Responsible for beginning and ending the procedure in the computer system to ensure proper billing for services and to maintain department productivity relative to work area

Provides a safe environment to include but not limited to magnetic field exposure, infection control guidelines and Universal Precautions

Maintains good guest relations with patients, visitors, hospital staff and medical staff to include the use of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation and Thank you)

Monitors the quality of care based on ongoing monitors striving for continuous quality improvement

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications Education And Formal Training

ARRT Registered required or

Graduate from an Associate in Applied Science in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), required

Any applicant not registered as an ARRT in MRI must provide documentation of application with the ARRT to sit for the MRI registry

Registered in MRI with the ARRT is required post one (1) year of hiring date. Failure to achieve registration post one (1) year, will result in termination of employment

Work Experience

1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

Communication skills

Manual dexterity and visual acuity

Knowledge of growth and development

Knowledge of the range of treatment needed for all age groups to include neo-natal, newborns, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics

Physical Requirements

Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations.

Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time

Ability to lift 100 lbs./carry objects up to 50 lbs. and be able to bend

May involve skin, eye, or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious material

Required Licenses And Certifications ARRT - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

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