DCH Health System
Overview
The candidate must possess enhanced knowledge in the area of MRI and have the specific expertise and skills necessary for maintaining a safe MRI environment daily. A solid understanding of basic anatomy, physiology, and physics as it pertains to MRI patient care is essential. Responsibilities
Provides imaging services and transportation to patients of all ages, including neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Offers thorough explanations and adequate communication to patients and families. Upholds all safety standards related to the assigned position. Follows established protocols, practices, and guidelines for the assigned area of expertise to provide quality service. Observes JCAHO standards. Prioritizes customer and patient satisfaction and utilizes AIDET principles. Collaborates with other departments, modalities, and personnel to provide above-average care to patients and families. Uses I Care principles to ensure proper patient identification, correct exams, and improve patient communication and engagement. Practices good stewardship with supplies, equipment, and department resources to assist in maintaining the financial viability of the DCH Health System. Practices MRI zone safety and observes all screening processes. Knowledgeable in MR language and in scheduling MR patients. Administers contrast/medications to all assigned patients according to policy and procedure. Understands clinical history, supply, and exam charges, and follows billing practices. Correlates clinical history with the exams being performed. Participates in MRI QC and completes appropriate documentation for all MRI equipment. Performs duties necessary to maintain accreditation. Works with the manager/supervisor/staff to control and maintain inventory and supplies, communicating problems and supply needs as required. Understands, utilizes, and takes responsibility for the care, cleaning, and maintenance of all imaging, transport, and office supplies, equipment, and software as required by the assigned area. Instructs and supervises student technologists and new employees as assigned. Any job assignment requiring call during off-duty hours becomes part of that duty and will be compensated as is customary for the hospital. A charge tech or lead tech when assigned must facilitate and coordinate services for their area of assignment and serve as a contact person for radiologists, physician’s offices, and other departments within the DCH System. Keeps other shifts informed of any changes in protocol, equipment issues, and other functions that may impact the shift/department. Monitors the functions of the area of expertise and/or imaging department needs as necessary. Per Diem staff must work one holiday in a calendar year and at least once during a 90-day period. Per Diem staff must notify the person in charge of any unavailability. If after four requests are made with a per diem employee declining work, that employee’s per diem position will be reviewed and may be removed from payroll. Per Diem staff must submit a two-week notice of resignation. Functions proficiently in the specified area with little or no supervision. DCH Standards: Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction, and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation. Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook. Fulfills education requirements for the assigned position, including DCH Health System and Imaging required CBTs, in-services, meetings, and educational sessions. Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards, including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues, and with self. Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software, and intranet. Responds timely to all forms of communication. Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Must be efficient in the use of imaging equipment in the area of expertise, office equipment, and related material essential to good patient care and imaging exams. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English. Must fulfill the graduation and registration requirements as follows: Radiologic (Diagnostic/Fluoroscopy), Computed Tomography (CT), Interventional Radiology (IR), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI Technologist). Graduate of a JRCERT approved school of radiologic technology. Must have current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiography or be registry eligible. Registration is required within one year of graduation from a JRCERT approved school of radiologic technology. MRI (MR)
– ARRT MRI registry eligible or MR registration preferred. Formal education or previous on-the-job training recommended. MR Technician
– Must have six months of on-the-job training to include a Medical Director approved off-site instruction course of one or two weeks, followed by a three-month probation. WORKING CONDITIONS
WORK CONTEXT Interpersonal Relationships
Contact with others Electronic mail Frequency of Conflict Situations Face-to-Face Discussions Responsibility for Outcomes and Results Telephone Work With Work Group or Team
Physical Work Conditions
Awkward Positions Exposed to Disease or Infections Indoors, Environmentally Controlled Physical Proximity Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Structural Job Characteristics
Consequence of Error Freedom to Make Decisions Frequency of Decision Making Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
PHYSICAL FACTORS Physical Abilities
Dynamic Flexibility Extent Flexibility Gross Body Coordination Gross Body Equilibrium Stamina Static Strength Trunk Strength
Must be able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. Physical presence onsite is essential. OTHER JOB FACTORS Work Styles
Adaptability/Flexibility Analytical Thinking Attention to Detail Concern for Others Cooperation Dependability Independence Initiative Integrity Self-Control Social Orientation Stress Tolerance
Work Values
Achievement Independence Relationships Working Conditions
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The candidate must possess enhanced knowledge in the area of MRI and have the specific expertise and skills necessary for maintaining a safe MRI environment daily. A solid understanding of basic anatomy, physiology, and physics as it pertains to MRI patient care is essential. Responsibilities
Provides imaging services and transportation to patients of all ages, including neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Offers thorough explanations and adequate communication to patients and families. Upholds all safety standards related to the assigned position. Follows established protocols, practices, and guidelines for the assigned area of expertise to provide quality service. Observes JCAHO standards. Prioritizes customer and patient satisfaction and utilizes AIDET principles. Collaborates with other departments, modalities, and personnel to provide above-average care to patients and families. Uses I Care principles to ensure proper patient identification, correct exams, and improve patient communication and engagement. Practices good stewardship with supplies, equipment, and department resources to assist in maintaining the financial viability of the DCH Health System. Practices MRI zone safety and observes all screening processes. Knowledgeable in MR language and in scheduling MR patients. Administers contrast/medications to all assigned patients according to policy and procedure. Understands clinical history, supply, and exam charges, and follows billing practices. Correlates clinical history with the exams being performed. Participates in MRI QC and completes appropriate documentation for all MRI equipment. Performs duties necessary to maintain accreditation. Works with the manager/supervisor/staff to control and maintain inventory and supplies, communicating problems and supply needs as required. Understands, utilizes, and takes responsibility for the care, cleaning, and maintenance of all imaging, transport, and office supplies, equipment, and software as required by the assigned area. Instructs and supervises student technologists and new employees as assigned. Any job assignment requiring call during off-duty hours becomes part of that duty and will be compensated as is customary for the hospital. A charge tech or lead tech when assigned must facilitate and coordinate services for their area of assignment and serve as a contact person for radiologists, physician’s offices, and other departments within the DCH System. Keeps other shifts informed of any changes in protocol, equipment issues, and other functions that may impact the shift/department. Monitors the functions of the area of expertise and/or imaging department needs as necessary. Per Diem staff must work one holiday in a calendar year and at least once during a 90-day period. Per Diem staff must notify the person in charge of any unavailability. If after four requests are made with a per diem employee declining work, that employee’s per diem position will be reviewed and may be removed from payroll. Per Diem staff must submit a two-week notice of resignation. Functions proficiently in the specified area with little or no supervision. DCH Standards: Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction, and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation. Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook. Fulfills education requirements for the assigned position, including DCH Health System and Imaging required CBTs, in-services, meetings, and educational sessions. Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards, including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues, and with self. Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software, and intranet. Responds timely to all forms of communication. Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Must be efficient in the use of imaging equipment in the area of expertise, office equipment, and related material essential to good patient care and imaging exams. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English. Must fulfill the graduation and registration requirements as follows: Radiologic (Diagnostic/Fluoroscopy), Computed Tomography (CT), Interventional Radiology (IR), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI Technologist). Graduate of a JRCERT approved school of radiologic technology. Must have current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiography or be registry eligible. Registration is required within one year of graduation from a JRCERT approved school of radiologic technology. MRI (MR)
– ARRT MRI registry eligible or MR registration preferred. Formal education or previous on-the-job training recommended. MR Technician
– Must have six months of on-the-job training to include a Medical Director approved off-site instruction course of one or two weeks, followed by a three-month probation. WORKING CONDITIONS
WORK CONTEXT Interpersonal Relationships
Contact with others Electronic mail Frequency of Conflict Situations Face-to-Face Discussions Responsibility for Outcomes and Results Telephone Work With Work Group or Team
Physical Work Conditions
Awkward Positions Exposed to Disease or Infections Indoors, Environmentally Controlled Physical Proximity Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Structural Job Characteristics
Consequence of Error Freedom to Make Decisions Frequency of Decision Making Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
PHYSICAL FACTORS Physical Abilities
Dynamic Flexibility Extent Flexibility Gross Body Coordination Gross Body Equilibrium Stamina Static Strength Trunk Strength
Must be able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. Physical presence onsite is essential. OTHER JOB FACTORS Work Styles
Adaptability/Flexibility Analytical Thinking Attention to Detail Concern for Others Cooperation Dependability Independence Initiative Integrity Self-Control Social Orientation Stress Tolerance
Work Values
Achievement Independence Relationships Working Conditions
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