Shelbyville, TN30+ days ago
Key Responsibilities: • Performs all magnetic resonance imaging procedures according to established department protocols • Performs appropriate volume of procedures according to patient load by shift • Ensures that the correct patient information and technical settings are entered prior to execution of the procedure • Prepares and administers intravenous contrast media according to established protocols • Performs venipuncture using sterile technique • Demonstrates a working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy • Processes, records, and archives images for evaluation, interpretation, and maintenance purposes • Completes filming of all cases in a timely fashion according to radiologists, requirements • Completes processes to send image data to PACS • Performs all tasks associated with the proper execution of a MR examination in accordance with the established department and hospital policies and procedures • Accepts assignments from supervisor in positive manner; recognizes and performs duties that need to be accomplished although not routine • Restocks and maintains assigned work area/equipment in an orderly fashion • Assists in movement of patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers, beds, and imaging table (uses appropriate restraint devises as needed) • Participates in on-call coverage as needed (displays flexibility, volunteers to work odd shifts as workload demands) • Performs all assigned RIS transactions to ensure accurate patient and procedure information is recorded in a timely fashion for medical records and billing • Completes patient exam in RIS • Reviews martial and exam charges, exits/corrects as necessary • Performs visual maintenance checks on all equipment used and reports all malfunctions to appropriate personnel • Performs quality assurance procedures • Provides clear concise information regarding mechanical problems and service needs • Records all equipment downtime in department log and notifies appropriate personnel according to department procedures • Knowledge of MRI safety procedures of proper shutdown sequence of system • Communicates with hospital staff and physicians in the performance of MR procedures to exchange pertinent patient information • Assists in scheduling of routine and emergency exams • Handles calls with courtesy and efficiency • Communicates identified patient related problems with appropriate chain of command • Demonstrates competency in performing all procedures, age range from neonatal to geriatric • Demonstrates capability of explaining procedure to patient, considers patient's comfort during procedure, understands emotional response when procedure is completed • Demonstrates respect for patients right to privacy • All matters handled in confidential manner • Ensures patient meets criteria for a safe MRI scan • Monitor's patients to detect signs of acute anxiety or clinical difficulties • Abides by professional code of ethics • Assists to identify patient and family learning needs and provides pertinent information regarding the procedure that is appropriate for age and level of learning to the patient and significant other • Evaluates patient history for MRI capability • Provides verbal education regarding procedure performed that is appropriate for age and level of learning for the patient/significant other • Completes all documentation forms as required by department • Completes incident forms and risk management forms in timely manner • Completes patient education and discharge forms in timely manner • Completes all documents as required in MR department for patient log, education, patient history • Contributes to a positive work environment and demonstrates teamwork • Demonstrates professional attributes and effective technical skills to satisfy job expectation. Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world.