MRI Technologist

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Work Shift

Various (United States of America)

Job Summary

• •Wellstar Douglas in Douglasville, Georgia is seeking a FT Registered MRI Tech.
• •The Registered MRI Tech must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs.
• •Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative.
• •Assists with providing safe, age‑appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures.
• •Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study.
• •Responsible for performing various technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of equipment for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
• •Able to independently perform job functions.
• •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.
• •This role can offer a competitive relocation assistance package for eligible candidates
• •A full‑time position with a Thursday / Friday (7:00am - 5:00pm) and Saturday / Sunday (9:00am - 7:30pm) OR Friday, Saturday, Sunday (7:00am - 7:30pm) *Flexible Options*
• •Benefits program that includes PTO, mental health support, wellness rooms, concierge services and more
• •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.
• •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.
• •Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification.
• •Reviews images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
• •Responds to emergency situations.
• •Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed.
• •Observes patient condition and evaluates when physician intervention is necessary so no patient condition deteriorates.
• •Verifies correct identity of patient prior to performing a procedure according to hospital policy and procedure.
• •Ensures patient privacy and comfort is accommodated; maintains patient dignity throughout the exam/procedure.
• •Demonstrates competence in selecting and applying appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on the age of patients.
• •Organizes schedule, time and priorities to accomplish required activities within designated time frames.
• •Follows physicians’ instructions when assisting with procedures and exams.
• •Understands, demonstrates and documents pre‑procedure verification and Time Out process when appropriate.
• •Demonstrates and understands pre‑ and post‑procedural care.
• •Preps the patient for procedure.
• •Demonstrates and understands sterile technique.
• •Prepares trays and catheters for procedures; participates in biopsies when applicable.
• •Demonstrates proficiency on the Dynacad when applicable.
• •Prepares and may administer contrast.
• •Verifies order is with contrast, checks patient GFR (labs) and ensures contrast dosing is weight‑based.
• •Uses appropriate safety devices to protect the patient's hearing during the exam.
• •Understands anatomical positioning, correct labeling of body parts and infant immobilizer.
• •Knows cross‑sectional anatomy and includes all appropriate anatomy.
• •Uses critical thinking skills.
• •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.
• •Reports problems regarding malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider so problems can be corrected in a timely manner.
• •Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and department cleaning schedule.
• •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.
• •Ensures that patient questions, concerns or contraindications are satisfactorily addressed; notifies physician when unresolved prior to procedure.
• •Participates in the orientation and training of departmental employees.
• •Required documentation is concise, legible and includes precise terminology.
• •Reads email each scheduled workday and follows through with assignment.
• •Completes mandatory departmental and hospital‑wide education without prompting.

Quality Control

• •Produces acceptable images and follows established exam protocols.
• •Ensures equipment is fully operational prior to each use by checking calibration and operating deficiencies.
• •Sends all studies to PACS immediately after completion in RIS and prints CDs as needed.
• •Studies transmitted after hours to teleradiography are printed and scanned into PACS when applicable.
• •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.
• •Transports patients, positions patients and assists them on and off procedure table.
• •Performs patient charging activities on the day service is rendered.
• •Applies supportive and immobilization devices and equipment.
• •Willingly lends knowledge and assistance to others upon request and when time allows.
• •Performs routine clerical and support duties when required to ensure continuity and quality of services.
• •Keeps supervisor informed on all responsibilities, providing prompt notification of problems or potential problems.
• •Maintains individual productivity rate equal to other coworkers.
• •Ability to operate all workstations associated with the MRI scanner.
• •Ability to push/retrieve studies to the PACS system.
• •Maintains Joint Commission standards and any other regulatory agency standards.
• •Any other duties as assigned.
• •Takes call when necessary.
• •Performs other duties as assigned.
• •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
• •Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association

Required Minimum Experience

• •Minimum 1 year experience in a clinical setting caring for patients — Required
• •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.
• •Routinely obtains, presents and discusses clinical information regarding job responsibilities.
• •Must be able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill and cooperation.
• •Must function independently and under pressure while still participating actively in a team environment.
• •Must exhibit excellent customer service skills at all times.
• •Must be able to perform effectively in a stressful and fast‑paced work environment.
• •Must have the ability to prioritize appropriately.
• •Must be detail‑oriented and able to multitask effectively throughout the shift.
• •Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a variet