Registered Technologist-MRI 12hr. Shift

2) Patient Care Activities 35% a) Obtains initial history and assessment. b) Completes and documents history sheets. c) Engages with patients to ensure a positive patient experience. d) Performs assessment that may include: i) Vital signs, lab value interpretation ii) History of recent complaint (reason for procedure) iii) Brief pertinent medical history iv) Complete list of medications and dosages, if necessary v) Allergies vi) Other pertinent assessment facts such as LMP, medical history, weight, etc. vii) Performs IStat Creatinine labs on applicable patients. e) Observe and assess patients on an ongoing basis throughout the patient visit to Raleigh Radiology. i) Assesses the patient’s physical and psychological state as well as his or her responses to the procedure. ii) Assesses and reflects the condition of the patient accurately. iii) Assesses (when appropriate) neuro checks, breath sounds, etc, as instructed by the supervising Radiologist or referring MD, either on-site or remote supervision. Notifies the appropriate entity when an emergency arises. iv) Starts emergency procedures up to and including BLS. v) Documents assessments/changes in condition in EIS. vi) Assesses and documents patient knowledge and understanding of the procedure and aftercare, when appropriate to the procedure being performed. (1) Documents in EIS that teaching or after-care instructions are provided. (2) Documents when referring to MD is contacted in EIS and/or Clario and provides written instruction to the patient to assure follow-through. (3) Follow up in an appropriate time frame on the condition of patients who suffer adverse reactions. (4) Documents appropriate information on forms used by Raleigh Radiology. f) Provides accurate information regarding patient history to the Radiologist for him/her to interpret images with accuracy and proper history. i) Be concise and accurately reflect physiological facts regarding each patient. ii) Relay reports immediately upon completion of procedure when instructed to do so (Quick Read/Call Report) iii) Initiate communication directly with peers or other appropriate personnel relative to providing continuous quality patient care.

Requirements

Iii. Education, experience, certification, licensure a.

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or commiserate experience with ARRT registration. B.

Experience

Previous experience in a busy office or hospital is preferred. C.

Certification

1. AHA BLS certification is required or must be obtained within the first 90 days of employment. Continuous AHA BLS certification is required. 2. Registered as a Radiologic Technologist with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, RT(R)(ARRT), at time of hire. 3. Registered in MRI with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, RT(R)(MR)(ARRT) preferred upon hire. D.

Licensure: Valid Driver's License

IV. DESIRED SKILLS Basic patient care skills, including first aid and BLS. Excellent technical skills in MR are required. Ability to work independently, make sound decisions based on patient condition, and the ability to follow directions. Flexibility, dependability, and professionalism are required.