What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Technologist position at UPMC?
Join Our Team as an MRI Technologist at UPMC Hamot!
This position may be eligible for a generous sign-on bonus of $30,000 with a 2-year commitment.
Are you ready to advance your career in medical imaging while making a difference in patient care? UPMC Hamot in Erie, PA is seeking a skilled and dedicated full-time MRI Technologist to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will perform imaging procedures at a high technical level, demonstrating independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative for diagnostic purposes.
If you are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and seek a rewarding career in medical imaging, apply today to join the UPMC Hamot team as an MRI Technologist. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our patients every day!
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Responsibilities include:
- Maintains clinical competencies for all exams and equipment.
- Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures.
- Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data including the labeling /preparation/and administration of contrast.
- Documents patient history in electronic record as required.
- Reads and presents all relevant information prior to the exam to the physician based on protocol
- Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all patient information is updated and documented in Rad Assessment, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.
- Practices and maintains MR safety in the department.
- Interacts with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect.
- Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
- Performs procedures for reviewing, processing, and archiving.
- Communicates instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient’s fears and solicit their cooperation.
Salary : $31 - $44
