MRI Technologist

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MRI Technologist','08540-14107','United States-Virginia-Reston-Reston Hospital Center - Reston','Full-time','Imaging','!*!Why We Like Working for Reston Hospital CenterAt our facility, we value teamwork and compassion across the spectrum of care.  Click here  to see what some of our team members have to say about being a part the HCA teamReston Hospital Center offers a full range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care. Our 187-bed hospital specializes in maternal/child health, surgical services on both an inpatient and extensive outpatient basis, urological services including lithotripsy, cancer care with state-of-the-art radiation therapy, rehabilitation therapy programs and a wide array of diagnostic imaging capabilities. Reston Hospital Center is a certified Stroke Center, certified Total Joint Center and the only accredited Chest Pain Center in Northern Virginia. Reston Hospital is the only Hospital in Northern Virginia to receive Joint Commission designation as a Top Performer on Key Quality measures for 3 consecutive years.Reston Hospital Center was recognized in 2011, 2012 and now 2013 for its performance on accountability measure data for heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, and surgical care. A caring organization, Reston Hospital Center is dedicated to enhancing the health and quality of life in our community.Will utilize magnetic resonance imaging
scanners to capture specific images ordered by a physician to aid in patient
diagnosis. MRI techs must be able to closely follow a physician's instructions,
prepare and operate MRI equipment, position patients correctly and effectively
record the requested diagnostic images.

 Job FunctionsPrepares MRI
scanner and performs quality control tests.  Monitor inventory of supplies and maintain room cleanliness and neat
appearance.Perform all MRI
procedures in strict accordance with currently approved practices as outlined
in department policy and procedure manual and comply with all applicable
federal, state, local and other regulatory requirements.Obtain quality
MRI images of patients.  Demonstrates
competence in following established scanning protocols and exercises ability to
adjust protocols as required.Operates MRI
scanner safely and competently.  Ensures
patient safety by screening for contraindications such as, but not limited to,
cardiac pacemakers, sheet metal fragments, shrapnel, jewelry, wallet, metal
prosthesis, etc. Controls the flow
of patients within the section, in an efficient and timely fashion.  Performs all exams within allocated
timeframe.Utilizes
supportive protective and immobilization devices as required for patient safety
and comfort.Render patient care
in a professional and courteous manner. Explain all procedures to the patient and evaluate care as it pertains
to physical assessment and emphasize need for patient to tolerate enclosed
space of magnet bore.  Coordinates the
MRI exam with the appropriate medical unit to ensure the quality and continuity
of patient care.Reviews each exam
for technical accuracy and identifies anatomical orientation on all
images. Identifies each patient and
reviews the requisition for consistency of examination ordered with clinical
diagnosis. Assures that all images are
transmitted correctly to PACS for radiologist viewing.Demonstrates
practical application of age-related factorsReports any
significant problems related to patient, physicians, procedures, housekeeping maintenance, supplies, or personnel to the Lead Technologist and/or Assistant
Director.','!*!QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology. Responsible for continuing education credits as mandated by the ARRT for licensure. Certification/Licensure: ARRT(R)(MR). BCLS Required.Experience: Minimum of one year as a MRI technologist preferred.','MRI Technologist

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