MRI Tech PRN- (Downtown Campus)

Company: Providence Health
Location: Columbia
Posted on: February 15, 2020

Job Description:

Providence HealthFounded as Providence Hospitals in 1938--by the Sistersof Charity of St. Augustine, Providence's two free standing full-servicehospitals and numerous satellite practices maintain a true devotion to advancedclinical expertise and unmatched compassion. On February 2, 2016, Providencebecame part of the LifePoint Health network, and shortly thereafter, changedits name to Providence Health to better represent the full complement of itsservices. Driven by quality, compassion, and Christ,Providence treats the whole person- body, mind, and spirit.Providence--Health - Downtown islooking for a skilled MRI Techto join their growing team on a PRNbasis.Essential Functions:Properly identifies patient, verifies order, obtains anddocuments history. Assumes responsibility for the physical and psychologicalneeds of the patient communicating in a clear, concise caring manner. Provides pre-procedure assessment and education. Obtains required signature for consent. Follows hospitalpolicy and procedure to provide continuum of care. Consults radiologist for plan of care as required. Observes the patient condition while in the department andseeks help from appropriate personnel when deemed necessary.Performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuringoptimal quality images for interpretation by the radiologist, using correctprotocols. Operates the scanner for data acquisition, reconstruction ofimages, and documentation of images.Performs venipunctures in accordance with hospital policiesand administers contrast media under the supervision of aradiologist/physician. Follows hospital policy pertaining to sterile technique,infection control and standard precautions.Operates patient care equipment/devices as appropriate:suction, monitors, oxygen etc. Maintains function and knowledge of crash cart and initiatesappropriate code as required.Adheres to hospital safety and infection control protocolsand policies. Applies principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimizerisk to patient, self and others. Navigates the hospital computer systems as is required forthe specific job. Processes and stores images on PACS. Prints images as needed.Adheres to hospital polices with regard to HIPPA.Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled andunscheduled patients to maximize productivity.Exhibit behaviors with all interactions that are in keepingwith our mission and core values.Maintains a flexible and helpful attitude toward schedulechanges to accommodate patient needs and the needs to provide coverage; 24/7;365 days per year.Meets and maintains CE requirements per professionalorganization-ARRT. Assumes responsibility for continued education requirements.Completes all required organizational education, includingCPR.Maintains an awareness of costs: avoids waste, enters allpatient related charges, and maintains equipment to avoid service costs.Assists with and adheres to guidelines outlined by allregulatory agencies: TJC, DHEC, OSHA.Required Licenses[South Carolina, United States] Radiologic Technologists andTechnicians Registered ARRT required. BLS Certification.--Minimum EducationGraduate of an approved MRI program preferred. Eligibility to take theadvanced level examination in magnetic resonance requires registration inradiography, radiation therapy or nuclear medicine. If nonregistered in MR attime of hire, must meet registered status within 1 year of employment. Iftrained on the job, must meet registered status within two years.Minimum ExperiencePreferred minimum of two years MRI experience.Location2435 Forest Dr.Columbia, SC 29204ShiftPRN - as neededEqual opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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