Tech-MRI - T6230
Company: SSM Health
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: June 26, 2022
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Job Description:
Under the direction of the Radiologist, Director, and Manager
performs diagnostic medical imaging by magnetic resonance.Position
Accountabilities and Performance Criteria (Percent of
Time)Essential Functions: The following are essential job
accountabilities and performance criteria:Position
Accountabilities1) Performs magnetic resonance imaging
examinations. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) 40%CriteriaA) Demonstrates
the ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives and choose
the appropriate course of action.B) Provides MR safety screening
for 100% of patient/visitor/staff prior to entering MR room(s).C)
Responds to changes in workload using time to departmental
advantage.D) Conducts job duties in accordance with departmental
standards.E) Communicates technical information in a manner
appropriate for the intended audience, (patient, family, member or
visitor).F) Produces quality images in a consistent manner.G)
Serves as a resource to co-workers.H) Assesses for vein/site
selection and initiates venipuncture per established standards.
Documents venipuncture site/contrast in RIS per established
departmental guidelines.I) Demonstrates knowledge of cross
sectional anatomy. Knows MR anatomical landmarks and able to
recognize abnormalities and alert radiologist as needed.J)
Demonstrate ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and
respectful manner, to assure and promote a culture of safety.K)
Maintains proficiency in the utilization of the Electronic Medical
Record (EMR).2) Observes establishes departmental policies and
procedures, objectives, quality assurance program safety,
environmental and infection control standards. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6,
8) 2%CriteriaA) Runs appropriate quality control procedures,
evaluates results and makes appropriate corrections.B) Notifies
supervisor when quality issues arise.C) Demonstrates attitude of
cooperation and professionalism when working in any area of the
hospital.D) Reports any problems, which may affect the outcome of a
patients exam.3) Prepares written documentation as required by the
profession and the department. (5, 6) 3%CriteriaA) Provides
documentation as required by the profession and the department.B)
USES THE KRONOS TIME CLOCK SYSTEM ACCURATELY.4) Uses
Hospital/Radiology system according to established policy. (3,5,6)
3%CriteriaA) Ability to input and retrieve information from
HIS/Radiology information system.B) Enters information correctly.C)
Recognizes and reports computer malfunction.D) Provides training
and direction to staff as necessary.E) Maintain confidentiality of
patient information.F) Performs 3D workstation duties as prescribed
by examination.5) Follows hospital and radiology policies: handles
bio-hazardous waste appropriately, and follows safety and infection
control policies. (5,6,8) 2%CriteriaA) Maintains work area in a
clean and orderly condition.B) Adheres to hospital and radiology
safety and infection control policies.C) Disposes of bio-hazardous
trash properly, without being told.D) Uses protective equipment as
needed.E) Abides by dress code and wears ID badge always.F)
Respects the confidentiality of patient results and uses discretion
when discussing patient matters.6) Safety/Infection Control:
Practices according to safety and infection control policies. (1,
2, 3, 4, 5) 5%CriteriaA) Practices universal precautions and
disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines.B)
Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment
for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital
standards.1. Maintains clutter free environment.2. Keeps
conversations and background noise to a minimum.3. Adheres to dress
code.C) Reports risk management concerns.D) Assumes responsibility
for completing all annual mandatory requirements:1. Safety/Fire2.
Blood Borne Pathogen3. Hazardous Communication4. TB5. Department
Specific6. Age Appropriate Care (for clinical staff only)7.
Population Specific Care7) Service: Provides service excellence to
the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering
timely, high quality care in a courteous, and respectful manner.
(1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 5%CriteriaA) Demonstrates respect and compassion
for our internal and external customers while delivering prompt,
courteous service.B) Recognize the needs and expectations of our
customers and considers the diverse needs of others regarding
culture, religion, disability, etc.C) Demonstrates team work with
other departments and co-workers.D) Provides emotional support
while attempting to alleviate fear and anxiety.E) Dress in a
professional manner.F) Answers questions in a knowledgeable fashion
or directs direct questions to someone who can provides answers.G)
Works with other departments to provide services.H) Discuss
information in private areas only. Share information on a need to
know basis, avoiding gossip.8) Performance Improvement (QI):
Incorporates Quality Assessment into ones daily work.(1, 2, 3, 4,
5) 5%CriteriaA) Wisely and responsibly utilize the resources within
the facility. Take care of equipment and report problems to result
in a longer usage life.B) Recommends changes in practices to
increase efficiency and minimize waste to managers. C) Reviews
departmental PI, OA, and QC monthly during departmental meetings
and by reviewing posted information.D) Provides data to manager for
monthly Performance Improvement daily.9) Age Appropriate Care:
Provides age-appropriate care to:___x__Infant __x___Child
__x___Adolescent __x___Adult __x___GeriatricCriteriaA) Demonstrates
knowledge and skills of normal growth & development necessary to
provide services to the age of the patient served by the
department.B) Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age
specific data to identify patient needs.C) Utilizes communication
skills necessary to interpret age specific responses to service and
interaction.D) Involves family or significant other in decision
making related to services provided.E) Demonstrates ability to
provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the
department assigned.F) Position specific: Need to enter those
responsibilities specific for position.G) Demonstrates ability to
assess population specific needs (i.e,. language).10) Specialized
Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for
injury. (1, 2, 4, 5, 8) Criteria A) Restraint Care1.
Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to
application.2. Applies restraints consistent with the approved
procedure.3. Monitors and assesses patients response throughout the
restraint period at the appropriate intervals.4. Provide specified
patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a
timely basis.5. Provides for trial release and removal of
restraints as soon as possible.B) Pain Management (Licensed
Personnel)1. Assess patient for presence of pain on admission and
during assessments/reassessments.2. Incorporates patients
cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management
plan.3. Implement pain management techniques. Focus on prevention
rather than treatment.4. Include patient and/or family members in
developing a pain management plan.5. Consider other methods of pain
control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning,
immobilization, and music therapy.C) Abuse Assessment1. Is aware of
abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments.2.
Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician & Risk
Management, and recommends appropriate consultation (psychiatric,
Social Work) for evaluation.11) Uses communication effectively with
others, medical staff, co-workers and patients. (5, 6) 5%CriteriaA)
Consistently communicates ideas in a clear and succinct manner.B)
Is the subject on more than one valid complaint per year from other
radiology/hospital personnel regarding cooperation?C) Displays
initiative and enthusiasm for non-routine and/or extra duties.D)
Effectively serves as a resource person for department.E) Explain
procedure to patient/family in understandable terms.12)
Participates in continuing education. (5, 6) 2%CriteriaA) Attends
appropriate orientations.B) Accumulates contact hours of continuing
education per established ARRT guidelines.C) Provide in-service a
necessary.D) Provide documentation of current ARRT status.13)
Attends meetings as required and participates committees as
directed. (2, 6) 1%CriteriaA) Attends required and participates
committees as directed.B) Provides documentation of attendance at
outside meetings.14) Explain procedures and provide information to
customers. (2, 6) 2%CriteriaA) Provide explanation of treatments
and procedures within the scope of your knowledge and authority
prior to rendering services.B) When explaining procedures, provide
information on the purpose of procedure, special prep, what to
expect, and approximate time required.C) Invite customers to ask
questions or raise concerns.D) When explaining procedure and why to
patients/quests, avoid technical jargon, and use lay terms.E)
Before beginning procedures, secure patients permission to
continue.15) Present self professionally. (6) 2%CriteriaA) Wear ID
BADGE where ABOVE THE WAIST with picture visible.B) Follows dress
code.C) Limit conversation in presence of customers to specific
work situation.D) Avoid discussing internal hospital issues,
personal problems, department conflicts or personal social
activities in the presence of customers.E) Be publicly supportive
of the organization, colleagues, and physicians.F) Avoid jokes,
language, literature that could be construed as offensive by
others.16) Maintains environment conductive to good customer
relations. (5, 6) 5%CriteriaA) Keep work areas clean, orderly, and
free clutter and trash.B) Remove soiled linens from patient area
immediately.C) Report all maintenance needs for equipment,
environmental deficiencies or safety concerns to the appropriate
party immediately.D) Follow paging policy.E) Control noise level,
i.e., door slamming, laughter, radios, loud talking.F) Strive to
understand and meet needs for cultural differences.G) When
customers appear lost or confused aid.17) Respect customer privacy
and confidentiality. (2, 5, 6) 5%CriteriaA) When performing
procedures, keep curtains and/or door closed.B) Knock before
entering doors or ask permission to enter curtained areas.C) Make
sure patients who may he confused or being transported are covered
with a sheet/blanket.D) Assure patient privacy when taking
personal, financial information by conducting such interviews in a
private manner.E) Keep medical testing, financial, and other
personal information confidential, and avoid discussing in public
areas, i.e., elevators hallways, i.e., elevators, hallways, etc.F)
Avoid discussing customers condition, finances, or other personal
matters with others not directly concerned.G) Access only those
charts that need to be accessed.H) When provide procedures or other
services, ask patients if they want family members or guest to
leave.18) Improve the waiting experience. (2, 6) 5%CriteriaA) Greet
customer and inform them of estimated length of wait. If long wait
is apparent offer customer alternatives to long wait, i.e.,
hospital cafeteria, gift shop, rescheduling, etc.B) Offer and
inform the customer of why they are waiting and what the next step
in the process is. Base the wait times on department standards.C)
Offer comfort measures, i.e., beverages, blankets, magazines, etc.
to waiting customers when appropriate.D) Keep waiting customers
informed of their status and frequent intervals as established by
department standards.E) Maintain comfortable, clean waiting
areas.F) Apologize for any long waits or delays.19) Respond quickly
to requests and complaints. (2, 6) 3%CriteriaA) Acknowledge
verbally or non-verbally (e.g., non-gesture, etc.) within
one-minute persons arriving in the department.B) Know what
resources to use in following up various request or complaint
situations.C) When receiving complaints, get persons name, number,
and ask how they want to complaint resolved.D) When responding to a
request or complaint, states the time frame in which you will
follow up and then meet commitment.20) Demonstrates practices of
teamwork. (2, 6) 5%Criteria A) Avoid blaming other departments,
system, people, etc., for service problems.B) Ask for and offer
team members when indicated.C) Provide positive recognition to
other team members for their contributions and achievements.D)
Frequently discuss roles and accountabilities with other members of
the team.E) When appropriate, call periodic, time outs to discuss
team performance.F) Greet, welcome, and support new team members,
i.e., new employees, temporary help, etc.G) Invite all team members
to openly express ideas best practices, and concerns.H) Participate
in a minimum of one committee or activity per year.I) Treat all
members as equal.DISCLAIMER: Performs other duties as assigned or
requested.Rationale for Essential Functions1) The performance of
this function is the reason the job exists.2) There are limited
employees among whom the performance of this function can be
distributed.3) This function occupies a great deal of the employees
time.4) This function is highly specialized. Employees are hired
for the skill/ability to perform this function.5) Failure to
perform this function may have serious consequences.6) The function
was performed by past employees and is performed by current
employees.7) Exposure to blood borne pathogens that require the use
of protective equipment.8) Exposure to tuberculosis that requires
the use of protective equipment.Job SpecificationsMINIMUM
EDUCATION: High school, Associates degree preferred or Graduate of
Accredited MR program and MR Certification eligibleMINIMUM
EXPERIENCE: Must have applicable MR experience with various
advanced magnetic resonance imaging equipment, 1-3 years MR
experience in a level 1 trauma facility preferred, previous
academic facility experience preferredREQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: BLS,
ARRT, additional certification in MR preferred or Graduate of
Accredited MR program. Those without ARRT and Graduates of an
accredited MR program will be given twelve (12) months to obtain
the MR certification as a condition of employment.WORKING
CONDITIONS:
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