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Signature Healthcare, MA · 4 months ago

MRI Technical Coordinator

Brockton, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Signature Healthcare is a healthcare provider located in MA, and they are seeking an MRI Technical Coordinator. This role involves coordinating the MRI section of the Radiology Imaging Department, providing technical guidance, and supervising MR personnel to ensure efficient operation and high-quality patient care.

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Responsibilities

Coordinates the activities of the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) section of the Radiology Imaging Department and its technologists

Functions as a lead resource person providing technical guidance and instruction necessary for the efficient operation of the unit and patient care

Regularly performs all the functions of a MRI Technologist

In conjunction with the Director, Radiology Operations provides daily supervision for all MR personnel including scheduling and distribution of workload

Participates in the annual performance evaluation of department staff

Demonstrates competency in performing MR examinations on all ages of patients from newborn to geriatric

Ensures the use of adult/pediatric protocols on all exams

Demonstrates competency in performing IV venipuncture and provides documentation of IV competency education for new staff

Must be able to communicate calmly, compassionately, and professionally with all types of patients as well as associates

Appropriately screening patients, guests, and personnel to ensure safe entry into zones 2 through 4

Reviews radiology imaging requisition for required information to perform examinations

Calls appropriate personnel to review discrepancies

Properly identifies and prepares patients for examinations, answers questions and/or refers to other appropriate personnel

Follows HIPAA standards to maintain patient privacy and disclosure of protected patient information

Relies on knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes to properly and safely scan the patient to obtain high quality images

Obtains quality diagnostic images after appropriate orientation on the department MRI scanners

Possesses and utilizes proper aseptic technique, universal protocol and Standard Precautions as needed

Demonstrates competency in preparing and administering oral and IV contrast media

Schedules staff and workload to ensure efficient operation of the department

Maintains department records as required including budgetary and statistical reports on a monthly basis

Participates in interviews for job applicants and trains new personnel in the operation of the MR and other necessary related equipment

Evaluates and counsels MR personnel regarding work performance

Maintains dept. inventory to ensure adequate supplies

Restocks un-used supplies to proper storage location after each examination

Utilizes and maintains kanban system

Maintains equipment in good working order through monitoring of preventative maintenance plan

Contacts repair service, as necessary

Follows all PACS workflow procedures for quality, proper identification and completeness of examination requested

Ensures the same of staff to expedite workflow

Demonstrates competency in all RIS applications

Especially pertaining to patient exam status, exam tracking and 'taken' lists

Edit any/all examinations in RIS prior to radiologist dictation

Coordinates work to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during assigned shift utilizing LEAN methodology

Actively participates in daily huddles and problem solving

Updates patients and families on estimated wait times in the Radiology Department

Remains visible and proactive in meeting patient’s needs

Provides compassionate care while creating a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family

Foster a positive respectful team environment to ensure all members are respected and feel a sense of belonging

Performs personal care for patients as needed

Assists patients to bathroom (ambulatory, with cane, crutches or walker)

Assists patients to dress or undress as indicated

Contributes to other areas in the department and hospital as requested

Shows ability to prioritize duties

Adjusts and revises workload as necessary in view of stat orders, emergencies, outpatients, walk-ins and fluctuations in patient workload

Understands all policies related to the administration of IV contrast including but not limited to contrast screening sheet, treatment of extravasation, medication reconciliation

Performs other duties as required or assigned

Qualification

MRI TechnologistIV venipunctureRadiologic Technology trainingBLS certificationMeditechMedradGE experienceCompassionate communicationTeam environmentPatient careProblem solving

Required

High school diploma or equivalent required

Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic Technology training in an AMA approved school and meets the requirements for registry by the ARRT

Advanced MRI, IV certification and BLS required