MRI Technologist - Casual - Days
Methodist Health System
- Omaha, NE
- Permanent
- Part-time
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.Job Summary: Location: Nebraska Methodist Hospital
Address: 8303 Dodge Street, Omaha, NEWork Schedule: This is a casual position. Casual employees work on an as needed basis to meet the needs of the business. Work days & hours will often vary from week to week.Typical shifts when needed will be between 7am to 7pm.The MRI technologist performs and assists with diagnostic MRI applications. To use technology to create high definition, three-dimensional pictures of organs and tissues inside the body that will allow physicians to diagnose patients.Responsibilities:Essential Job FunctionsQuality & Safety
- Follows manufacture's recommendations for quality control of imaging equipment.
- Practices appropriate communication skills to the patient to enhance the quality and timeliness of the performed exam.
- Adjust communication style to age and comprehension of the patient to ensure high quality images and exams.
- Understands and implements the appropriate computer processes to optimize image and exam quality.
- Ability to apply clinical imaging protocols and positioning techniques specific to the pediatric patient.
- Regularly evaluates patient positioning and image quality during exam to ensure proper technique is applied per Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) department standards.
- Maintains applicable logs and required documentation as it relates to policy and procedure.
- For MJE: Uses Cerner, Powerscribe, and PACS consistently and effectively to document and complete all tasks.
- For NMH: Uses Cerner to exam manage and film track consistently and effectively to eliminate rework.
- Participates in image quality and process improvement initiatives routinely.
- Maintains a clean and safe work environment at all times.
- Routinely screens the patient for safety precautions, educates them on the exam to be performed, and documents in the electronic medical record (EMR) or Radiology Information System (RIS).
- Routinely educates and screens all ancillary staff and visitors regarding the magnet environment and applies appropriate policy and procedure.
- Provides timely response to a call or page from the Hospital regarding an emergency exam when on active on-call status.
- Adheres to the department on-call policy and uses appropriate communication to ancillary staff and the Radiologist during the on-call process.
- Uses and understands the process and procedure for transmitting images for the Teleradiology services.
- Understands and implements the most appropriate imaging protocol for the ordered exam to demonstrate the anatomy and pathology to the Radiologist's expectation.
- Communicates pertinent information to the Radiologist for assisting with appropriate patient and protocol management.
- Applies accurate positioning techniques to ensure appropriate visualization of anatomical structures for diagnostic interpretation by the Radiologist.
- Actively uses continuing education opportunities to enhance clinical competency.
- Understands and performs the appropriate image quality assurance protocol, troubleshoot problems, and rectify quality issues.
- Routinely communicates with Supervisor on matters that include disruption of normal workflow, personnel issues, and patient concerns or complaints.
- Understands, promotes, and supports the department scheduling and accessibility goals as it relates to patients and referring Physicians.
- Maintains a clean and safe work environment at all times.
- Routinely screens the patient for safety precautions, educates them on the exam to be performed, and documents in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) or Radiology Information System (RIS) as needed.
- Routinely educates and screens all ancillary staff and visitors regarding the magnet environment and applies appropriate policy and procedure.
- Demonstrates responsiveness and timely responses in a timely manner to added assignments.
- Voluntarily assists with filling in for other department roles as needed.
- Position requires flexibility to accommodate fluctuation in daily schedule, including but not limited to overtime, irregular hours, and on-call responsibilities.
- Uses Kronos consistently and effectively.
- Provides and monitors "on the job training" per Methodist College Standards.
- Maintains professional and courteous relationship with students and instructors.
- Provides leadership and guidance for students' education clinical experience as appropriate.