MRI Technologist
Company: UNC Health Care
Location: Chapel Hill
Posted on: September 28, 2024
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Job Description:
Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over
40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health
and well-being of the unique communities we serve.This position
qualifies for a $15,000 commitment incentive which will be paid
over a three (3) year work commitment. Equal installments will be
paid after each six (6) months of work completed. Learn more about
the incentive program here:
https://jobs.unchealthcare.org/pages/imaging-commitment-incentive-programSummary:Conducts
procedures and tests using MRI equipment to acquire and analyze
patient diagnostic data.Schedule: -Monday - Thursday 8p -
6:30pResponsibilities:1. Patient Identification- Uses professional
manners and methods, verifies patient identification, obtains
patient history, assists patients and family members that require
extra attention, insures patient understanding whenever possible,
and insures patient safety. Verifies patient identification, asks
and documents pregnancy status on patients of child bearing age.2.
MRI Technology- Demonstrates knowledge of MRI and cross-sectional
human anatomy. Is competent in the operation of the MRI scanners,
proficient in automatic injections of MRI contrast, disc drives,
gateways, PACS and laser printers. Maintains active status with the
ARRT by accruing CE's when needed. Interprets protocols and selects
appropriate scanning parameters, shares knowledge with fellow MRI
technologists and uses technical knowledge to assist in actively
trouble shooting problems with respect to equipment and protocols3.
Contrast- Administers oral contrast to adult and pediatric patients
according to protocols, establishes intravenous lines, administers
IV contrast following safe and proper injection procedures, follows
correct procedure to determine contrast eligibility, checks
appropriate lab values before contrast injection per protocol.4.
Image Transfer- Maintains thorough understanding of PACS, and
transmits images to QC, UNCH's EMR, EPIC and PACS, verifies and
segments images at the QC station, accesses IMPAX service tools to
verify images transmission, completes, modifies and/or cancels
orders in an appropriate and timely manner, cancels duplicate
orders to avoid duplicate billing. Insures that all charge
information is accurate. Verifies patient identification in
accordance with UNC policy, insures that all appropriate
demographic information is accurate and on the PACS images.5. Other
Duties- Performs task in a timely manner, runs the schedule
creating a consistent workflow, volunteers to work on challenging
tasks, difficult procedures and new research, produces quality
diagnostic images, reviews patient's chart and reports for
correlation, maintains a clean and orderly work environment,
creates and keeps documentation of incidents as improvement
opportunities for employees and the department. Precept new
employees and studentsOther InformationOther information:Education
Requirements:--- Completion of an accredited educational program in
Radiological Science or completion within 3 months at time of
application.Licensure/Certification Requirements:--- Must be
registered with the American Registry of Radiological Sciences or
registry eligible. For registry eligible candidates: must provide a
copy of diploma from accredited program.--- Requires advanced
certification in MR within one year of employment.--- Successful
candidates must become registered within one year of employment and
must maintain their registry status and continuing education
requirements annually.--- All imaging specialists are required to
maintain current competency in HCP BLS.Professional Experience
Requirements:--- Prior education, training and experience that
provides the ability to perform the assigned
tasks.Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:Job DetailsLegal
Employer: STATEEntity: UNC Medical CenterOrganization Unit: UNCH
MRI Scatliff Work Type: Full TimeStandard Hours Per Week:
40.00Salary Range: -$27.89 - $40.09 per hour (Hiring Range)Pay
offers are determined by experience and internal equityWork
Assignment Type: OnsiteWork Schedule: Night JobLocation of Job:
US:NC:Chapel HillExempt From Overtime: Exempt: NoThis is a State
position employed by UNC Health Care System. Qualified applicants
will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
disability, or status as a protected veteran.UNC Health makes
reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious
practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with
disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for
career opportunities. Please email
applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable
accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career
opportunity.
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