MRI Technologist (Advanced Imaging Tech)
Proliance Orthopedic Associates MRI Kent, Kent, Washington, United States of America
Proliance Orthopedic Associates MRI Covington, Covington, Washington, United States of America
Job Description
Description
Proliance Surgeons is one of the largest surgical practices in the country, with over 450 providers including over 200 board-certified physicians providing treatment at more than 100 care centers in Washington State.
At Proliance, our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire, develop and engage great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and encourage growth and development to make our organization a great place to work. We draw on the differences in who we are, what we’ve experienced, and how we think to create Exceptional Outcomes , Personally Delivered .
We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefit and pay package including health coverage, 401k with match and profit share, PTO and more!
Position Summary
The MRI Technologist operates the magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce quality images to assist the physicians to diagnose and treat our patients. It is a requirement of the position to be a team player and possess the ability to effectively communicate with patients, staff and physicians. The position also requires the ability to handle delicate, confidential and stressful situations. Travel required between Kent and Covington MRI clinic locations, based on business needs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician
- Greet and prepare patient for procedure
- Assesses patient’s condition to best determine correct approach for exam
- Screens patient prior to exam for any precautions and contraindications pertaining to procedure
- Explains procedure to patient, answers questions and discusses concerns
- Review and discuss MRI screening form with patient to ensure accuracy and patient safety
- Review patient attire and perform final safety screening
- Evaluate MRI scans for technical quality, collate processed images & sequence of exposure, label appropriately
- Transfer images to PACS, completes and finalize all documentation
- Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of supplies
- Other duties as assigned
- Follow all policies as introduced during new associate On-Boarding, updated real-time and outlined in Associate Handbook
Education/Experience
- Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology or other compatible course of study
- Advanced registry in MRI required within 6 months of hire
- BLS certification
- Adheres to Proliance Surgeons policies & procedures, regulatory compliance and patient confidentiality
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- Ability to establish and maintain a positive working relationship with patients, staff and physicians
- Ability to maintain self-composure and a positive attitude under stress
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Assists in educating and acts as a resource to the POA staff
- Basic knowledge of ICD-10, medical terminology, clinical indications
- Must be patient service driven
- Knowledge of compliance with the HIPAA privacy policy
- Ability to multi-task
Work Environment/Physical Demands
The work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.
Work may be performed in an office and clinical environment. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. The associate is required to sit for long periods of time, stand and walk, bend and stretch. Use of telephone and computer is required. Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds. May require working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
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