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MRI Technologist - Colonial Healthcare

UnitedHealth Group

#HIPAA #Healthcare #Patient Safety #Safety Protocols #Equipment Maintenance #Radiology #Nuclear Medicine #Patient Positioning #Optum

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The MRI Technologist is responsible for assisting radiologists in imaging processes and ensuring patient safety during procedures. They must produce high-quality images and communicate effectively with patients to prepare them for MRI scans.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a South Carolina state license, and ARRT certification. Preferred qualifications include an associate or bachelor's degree in a related field and at least one year of MRI Technologist experience.

high schoolHIPAA ComplianceOrder VerificationEquipment MaintenancePatient CommunicationPatient SafetySafety ProtocolsTechnical ProficiencyPatient PositioningAnatomy KnowledgeIV AdministrationMRI ImagingCompassionate CommunicationRadiologist AssistanceQuality ImagingConsent ManagementCreatinine Check

Job description

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives.
We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home.
Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country.
Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone.
Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring.
Connecting.
Growing together.
An MRI technologist serves an important purpose in a radiology department.
The main role is to assist radiologists with the process of imaging, and not that of diagnosis as this is the key role of a physician.
MRI technologist job description involves taking pictures of the body while utilizing various imaging methods.
They are responsible for ensuring the patient’s safety during the procedure.
Technicians may be required to explain the procedure in layman terms to ensure a patient’s comfort.
Most importantly, the ability to produce a high-quality image consistently is crucial as this will help physicians to correctly provide diagnosis.
To get a better idea on the duties of a radiology technician, look at the list below: Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities: Crossing in CT would be a plus if the candidate is interested Always check all patients for MRI Screening Always ask for at least two forms of identification, (name, DOB) Starts IVs on all MRI patients that are receiving contrast dye Instructing the patients to undergo the appropriate positions to get accurate images Keeping MRI equipment in quality working order Obtaining images for any areas requested by the physician or radiologist Assisting radiologists and physicians in the process of understanding and evaluating the images Patient communication and preparation including removal of garments or jewelry that may interfere with procedure and explaining how the process works Positioning patients properly to obtain quality images for MRI Setting the equipment to obtain the best density, detail, and contrast of the area being imaged Applying their knowledge of anatomy and physiology to the process to help the physician diagnose problems Must be able to closely follow physician instructions, prepare MRI equipment, position patients, and obtain optimal images for diagnosis Must be able to communicate calmly, compassionately, and professionally with all different types of patients including the elderly, ailing, and handicapped Apply HIPPA to every patient Putting reports in the patient chart after the Radiologist has read the images, and the report is dictated Check each patient’s order before scanning the patient, if there are any questions with the order, make sure to ask the ordering physician Check patient’s creatinine/GFR Must have patient fill out consent before exam Must follow all safety protocols for MRI You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

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