MRI Technologist - Imaging @ Clinton Crossings, Bldg D

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Job Location (Full Address)

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening

Worker Subtype

Regular

Time Type

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Department

500257 UR Imaging @UMI

Work Shift

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range

UR URCD 212 H

Compensation Range

$32.00 - $43.20

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for
this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's
compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but
not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of
the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

Sets up and utilizes all MRI equipment including imaging coils, patient
monitoring systems, and related articles.

SHIFT

Saturday/Sunday 7a-7:30p; qualifies for weekend bonus and weekend premium.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Sets up and utilizes all MRI equipment including imaging coils, patient
monitoring systems, and related articles.
* Evaluate image quality by troubleshooting scanner or coil problems and scan
parameters.
* Identifies and compensates for imaging artifacts.
* Reviews MRI registration and screening form thoroughly in order to confirm
safe access into magnet room.
* Assists in training new MRI technologists and students.
* Performing all filming, archiving and PACS network data management for each
patient scanned.
* Retrieves old MRI data for restoration and filming or networking.
* Master new techniques with each subsequent scanner upgrade.
* Maintains CE credits and ARRT/NYS license.
* Communicates all pertinent patient information to necessary staff.

SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED

* As defined in career ladder

MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED

* Systems: Medical record (eRecord), PACS, Radiology Information System (RIS),
patient transport, communication systems, web paging, telephone/fax,
printers.
* Equipment: Wheelchairs, Stretchers, Patient beds, MRI scanners of various
platforms, Medrad Injector, patient transfer assist devices (slider boards,
lifts, hover mats), Point of Care Testing (POCT), where appropriate.

TYPICAL DUTIES

* Identifies patient service requirements
* Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be
performed.
* Prepares patient for radiological/MRI procedures by positioning patient;
adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position;
adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
* Performs procedures by following and verifying referring provider orders.
* Applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
* Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent
patient information for timely interpretation.
* Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
* Maintains production and quality of MRI images by following established
standards, orders, protocols and procedures
* Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors by
adhering to MRI safety policies specific to our MRI Zones.
* Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements.
* Troubleshoots and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment
performance.
* At an advanced level, may train new employees or lead day to day work
activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

* Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology.
* Maintains current NYS licensure and ARRT certification with CE credits as
required.

Career Ladder: Three bands within this position are differentiated by level of
independence, supervision required, certification, ability to precept new
employees in the use of all equipment, and the ability to lead and meet
established departmental goals.

Band One (I): Non-Certified MRI Technologist - Technologists new to the MRI
Department who require training as well as regular direct supervision or
guidance from a more senior technologist. This generally involves orientation to
the Departments infrastructure, policies, protocols, workflows, procedures and
routines. Is responsible for scanning patients in a safe and efficient manner,
completing all associated paper and computer work, and discharging the patient
from the MRI department with appropriate post MRI instructions.

Band Two (II): Certified MRI Technologist - With minimal supervision is
responsible for scanning patients in a safe and efficient manner, completing all
associated paper and computer work, and discharging the patient from the MRI
department with appropriate post MRI instructions.

Additional duties may include work on special projects such as new equipment
evaluations, assisting in the design of areas where clinical equipment will be
installed, or assignment to departmental committees.

Band Two requires a minimum of 18 months of progressively responsible
professional work experience in a clinical or hospital environment with at least
6 months dedicated to the URMC Imaging Sciences Department, certification in
Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and capable of performing all MRI competencies
including but not limited to: cardiac, breast, interventional and functional MR
if applicable.

Band Three (III): Advanced MRI Technologist - In addition to the
responsibilities of Band Two, serves as a preceptor in the on-boarding of newly
hired Technologists directly orienting to equipment, imaging routines and
procedures, computer programs and software, as well as departmental and hospital
policies. A Band Three technologist is considered a subject matter expert in
downtime procedures and acts as super-user when new equipment or programs are
introduced to the department. Directly assists in the mentoring of existent
employees by providing one-on-one assistance in conjunction with the Supervising
Technologist. Independently is responsible for scanning patients in a safe and
efficient manner, completing all associated paper and computer work, and
discharging the patient from the MRI department with appropriate post MRI
instructions.

Select Band Three Technologists may be designated as Leads to support operations
on various shifts. Leads may either assist their shift supervisor, or in the
absence of a supervisor, determine workflow and staff schedule/assignments.
Leads may also provide performance evaluation input to the section supervisor as
well as input to MRI Management to develop departmental goals and objectives.

Band Three requires a minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible
professional work experience as a specialist in MRI in a clinical or hospital
environment with 1 year dedicated to the URMC Imaging Sciences Department
preferred. Technologists must be certified in MRI and satisfy the requirements
and be capable of performing all MRI related duties of a Band Two Certified MRI
Technologist. Band Three Technologists should also be comfortable operating many
of the various platforms that exist within the UR MRI environment.

To be eligible for advancement consideration, technologist must be in good
standing. Readiness for movement in the bands is assessed by the MRI manager and
MRI supervisor upon successful demonstration of knowledge and task proficiency
as defined in the career ladder. Movement to a higher band is based on
departmental need requires final approval from the Imaging Sciences Clinical
Director of Operations in collaboration with Human Resources. Employees hired
externally with appropriate credentials and relevant experience may enter the
career bands as a Band Three to serve in a Lead role if the need exists within
the department.

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