MRI Tech.

Position Information:
Role: MRI Tech Specialty: Radiology Number of Openings: 2 Shift: Days 3 x 12 Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 Weekend Hours: Call Requirements: N/A Required Certifications: Obtained ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT registry or Advanced register eligible Years of Experience: 1+ Float Requirements: N/A.

Unit Information: Number of Beds: Patient Ratios: Equipment: EMR: EPIC.

Hiring Profile: Must Have Skills/Experience: Proficient at venipuncture Preferred Skillset/Experience: Type of Patients on Unit: Personality Fit: Dress Code: Scrub Color: Black Any unacceptable attire:
Obtained ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT registry or Advanced register eligible Patient assessment is managed by using the appropriate policy, protocols and standards of practice. Evaluates the appropriate orders, documents, contrast and patient responses before, during and after the imagining procedure. Interprets and initiates appropriate actions to changes in patient condition and monitoring data. Recognizes limitations and seeks additional assistance if necessary. Works with a high degree of organization, moving independently and efficiently from procedure to procedure and coordinates with other areas to ensure smooth patient flow. Exhibits clinical expertise by demonstrating or developing proficiency in performing and/or assisting in procedures according to policy and procedures on all equipment in MRI. Proficient at venipuncture. Screens for safety precautions while patients and staff in the MRI suite, including emergency situations. Alert to the MRI equipment and surrounding monitoring safety of equipment, helium pressure, and safety zones for patients and staff. Provides patient education by assessing and utilizing methods based on the patient and significant other's knowledge base, communication skills, developmental age, ability and readiness to learn. Documentation is provided by ensuring that the order for procedure, contrast order, consent and appropriate screening documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner, while working with a high degree of organization to record and resolve problems, and follow through on any outstanding issues. Ensures that the information is legible, concise, accurate, objective and timely, while meeting hospital standards. Leadership is provided by participating in the PI process and identifying opportunities to improve patient care delivery, including collecting data, monitoring and implementing changes. Enhances the learning opportunities to other staff, and effectively contributes to the orientation of team members and students. Provides assistance by verifying patient data and exam ordered to ascertain accuracy, resolve any QA issues, move or delete images when warranted/requested, scan needed documents into patient folder, review images, and verify all are ready for the Radiologist to view as needed. Provides assistance by working with physicians on PACS. MRI Safety is assured by screening all patients, visitors and other staff for any contraindications. Ascertains patient specific metallic implants are MRI compatible such as stents, heart valves, shunts, etc. Ascertains all equipment going into the MRI suite is MRI compatible. Maintains/monitors MRI equipment for unsafe conditions for example, gas pressures, looping of wires, etc.

General Comments:
Mercy Hospital Lincoln is located in Troy, MO just about 45 minutes from both Mercy Hospital St. Louis and Mercy Hospital Washington. Serving the health care needs of Lincoln and surrounding counties for over 60 years, Mercy Hospital Lincoln of Troy, Mo., improves the quality of life in the communities it serves. Mercy Hospital Lincoln is a critical access hospital offering comprehensive medical, surgical and pediatric services backed by an experienced medical staff and team that cares for people, not illnesses. We have an outstanding Radiology department, providing comprehensive imaging solutions for all ages. Our department is accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR). Distinguished with the ACR gold seal for highest level of image quality and patient safety in CT, MRI, mammography, ultrasound and Nuclear Med imaging services, we offer many advanced imaging options.