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Position Summary:
Performs routine and some special procedure imaging. Prepares patient for procedures. Assists
radiologists when needed. Prepares, operates and cares for the equipment being used. Adheres
to established standards of care. Pursues appropriate continuing education. Assumes
responsibility for assigned area and duties. Adheres to established customer service programs.
Performs other duties as assigned, such as quality assurance. Exercises professional judgments
in performance of procedures. Provides patient care.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:
1. Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors
2. Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different
and special requirements for each protocol including proper documentation on images
and required body part questionnaires
3. Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/or procedures and produces good
technical images, reviewing completed scans for quality, completeness for the type of
test ordered
4. Assists physicians during procedures as necessary
5. Performs quality assurance and calibrations as needed
6. Will be required to work in case of emergency procedures or when situations arise in
the department
7. Maintains the cleanliness of all areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all
malfunctioning equipment to MRI supervisor
8. Prints patient CD if needed
9. Performs routine office duties, such as answering the phones, checking previous
reports/ films, documents information on patients request, utilizes EMR and PACS
systems
10. Notifies front desk staff upon exam completion
11. Shows radiologist images and calls report to attending physician and documents
communication if necessary (STAT readings)
12. May be assigned as instructor or preceptor
13. Introduces themselves and educates each patient or family member regarding the
examination that is ordered
14. Should be knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and
psychosocial stature of patient populations; pediatric, adolescent, adults and geriatric
groups.
15. Attends staff meetings and in-services
16. Performs all other related duties as assigned
Education& Experience Requirements:
• Must graduate from an accredited radiography school or hospital based program.
Technologist must be certified by the American Registry of Radiological Technologist
(ARRT), ARMRIT become ARRT MR certified within 1 year of hire date.
• Continuing education requirements need to be upheld to meet the standards set forth
by governing bodies. Current standards are 24 ECE credits over a two-year period
depending on year of birth.
• BLS certification through the (AHA) American Heart Association is required or must be
completed with 90 days of hire.
• IV certification preferred or by completion of 6 month orientation.
• MRI safety certification level 2 required yearly
Core Competencies:
Must be able to speak, write, understand and communicate the English language.
• Retain composure under stress
• Teamwork & Adaptability
• Acts as a Professional Role Model
• Assessment Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills (both verbal and written)
• Attention to Detail
• Planning & Organizing
• Sound Problem-Solving, Judgment and Decision-Making Skills
• Stress Tolerance
Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment:
• Must be able to remain in stationary position 50% of the time
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside all of the MRI zones
to access coils, patients and paperwork.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• The person in this position frequently communicates with patients who have questions
about their bills/financial obligations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in
these situations.
• Must be able to observe and inspect employees and patients in all of the MRI zones
• Frequently move and position patients for MRI exams
• May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous
chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital's SDS (Safety Data
Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital's Intranet site (Employee
Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital
switchboard, saved on a disc.
Primary Population Served:
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â Neonatal (birth - 28 days) â Patients with exceptional communication
needs
â Infant (29 days - less than 1 year) â Patients with developmental delays
â Pediatric (1 - 12 years) â Patients at end of life
â Adolescent (13 - 17 years) â Patients under isolation precautions
â Adult (18 - 64 years) â Patients with cultural needs
â Geriatric (> 65 years) X All populations
â Bariatric Patients with weight related
comorbidities
â Non-patient care population
The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may
change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital.
Date Posted: 14 May 2024
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