Kaiser Permanente · 4 months ago
MRI Technologist Senior
Hawaii-Honolulu-Moanalua Ancillary Building
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expKaiser Permanente is seeking an MRI Technologist Senior to perform Magnetic Resonance Imaging examinations and assist physicians during procedures. The role involves ensuring patient safety, maintaining equipment, and providing high-quality imaging services.
Health CareHospitalMental HealthNon ProfitPersonal Health
Responsibilities
Performs specialized MRI studies; positions patients and provides immobilization means and patient counseling as needed; instructs patient of exam requirements before and throughout procedure by using excellent, above average communication skills; selects appropriate protocols by having knowledge to tailor scan of each patient while producing superior image quality
Interprets unusual tissue contract patterns and alters or adds protocols as necessary to enhance diagnosis using high level of judgment and clinical experience
Prepares hard copies from multiformat laser images; transfers images to magnetic tape for archival and storage
Maintains high level of knowledge of enormous amount of complex operation physics of Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Identifies potential equipment crisis by troubleshooting methods such as verifying proper connections of coils and lemo connectors; transmits and receives functions of coils by checking RF power and output
Exhausts all troubleshooting methods before contacting Chief MRI Technologist and/or service engineer; documents any errors or equipment malfunctions in service log when Chief Technologist is not available
Reviews requisitions and assembles patients records; prepares previous cases for physician review
Maintains daily records of exams
Communicates with referring physician and educates as necessary during site tours; remains able to educate and trains others under direct supervision of Chief MRI Technologist; promotes positive relationships with all referring physicians and staff members; provides assurance and information regarding MRI to curious individuals; maintains overall comprehensive knowledge of science of nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Receives and identifies patient; verifies preparation procedures are proper and in order; prevents potentially fatal accidents for all patients and visitors by acknowledging extreme safety hazards involved with MRI; protects visitors and patients from accidents by following established pre-screening methods on MRI questionnaire
Assures safety as well as comfort, physical and psychological needs of all patients throughout entire examination; explains MRI exam in detail at onset
Provides assistance to physician(s) during exam; recognizes and reports patient emergency situations in absence of nursing personnel; determines vital signs and administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation; maintains intravenous fluid, oxygen and other life support systems
Maintains service records, logs equipment malfunctions; reports and informs Chief MRI Technologist of service related problems
Orders and stocks materials for MRI department; logs ordered supplies on inventory sheet; issues and completes forms for ordering as needed
Performs scheduling duties for MRI department in absence of MRI clerk and MRI Chief Technologist
Assures all monitors used in MRI such as pulse oximeters, blood pressure monitors, anesthesia machine, oxygen tanks, suction machine, etc., are in operating order; discharges and recharges for drop-off and return of oxygen tanks; reports all equipment malfunctions appropriately
Under direction of Chief MRI Technologist, compiles statistical data for end of month MRI reports; computes information and logs all data and MRI EOM form
Chooses one case per month for educational purposes and technical evaluation; consults with MRI section Chief Radiologist to help obtain specific points on interests; relays evaluation, critique, etc., to all MRI staff members
In absence of Chief MRI Technologist, coordinates with patient accounting on billing procedures for MRI department; maintains pathology file and logs MRI exam reports as needed
In absence of Chief MRI Technologist, remains knowledgeable in work-up of pediatric/anesthesia cases; follows policy and procedures as written; coordinates with MRI clerk, ordering physician, operating room staff and surgi center as requested; obtains patient medical records chart and completes essential paperwork; verifies consent form and post procedure orders are complete and appropriate
Demonstrates sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities in area of specialization
Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to provide care and/or service appropriate to age groups served
Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to provide culturally sensitive care and/or service
Performs other duties and accepts responsibility as assigned
Ensures correct patient identification as well as protocol parameters to be superimposed on all images; chooses special interest cases and transfers images to maintained pathology file
Verifies operational status of cryogen levels and disk drives
Initiates service calls when Chief Technologist is not available and addresses all scheduling and patient flow needs when Chief Technologist is not available; documents down time hours and responses received from service in service log
Mounts images on multi-panel viewer according to department protocol; accounts for film exposed for each exam by providing information or by adding information to requisition or record
Maintains all materials needed and linen supply on daily basis; maintains general order and cleanliness of room assigned
Prepares cases for immediate interpretation; understands and accepts responsibilities of direct supervision of student technologists during their clinical assignments; reports malfunctions appropriately
Qualification
Required
Two (2) years (4,160 hours) MRI experience as registered technologist
Associates degree in radiologic technology; or equivalent combination of education (lesser) & experience may be considered in lieu of requirements
Radiographer License (Hawaii) required at hire
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Basic Life Support from American Heart Association
Radiologic Technologist Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in oral communication, written communication, interpersonal relations, customer service, and problem solving
Talking to co-workers, customers, outside vendors, on the telephone, and supervising others
Reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English
Training/giving and receiving instructions
Mathematical ability, attention to detail (e.g., organization, prioritization, proofing), concentration, and alertness
Preferred
SIGNA experience
Demonstrated knowledge of statistical data analysis techniques, industrial occupational operations, and Kaiser systems/organization
One (1) year (2,080 hours) computer tomography experience as registered technologist, including experience or successful completion of training program (pre-hire, post-hire, or on-the-job) in area of specialty, if applicable
Company
Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente is a health organization that offers disease prevention, mental healthcare, and chronic disease management services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.48M2018-07-17Grant· $0.08M
2014-08-05Grant· $7.4M
Leadership Team
Gregory Adams
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
James L. Robinson III
Senior Vice President/Area Manager
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