MRI Lead Technologist
Company: Banner Health
Location: Sun City
Posted on: March 14, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
Primary City/State:Sun City, Arizona Department Name: MRI-Hosp Work
Shift: Day Job Category:Clinical Care Up To $10,000 Sign-on
incentive offered with 12 months experience; requires a 1 year
commitment Phoenix is Arizona's major city and the fifth most
populated city in the United States. It includes the posh resorts
and green golf courses of Scottsdale, Tempe's lively college-town
vibes, arts-friendly Mesa and pro-sports hub Glendale. We are
located in the growing northwest area of the valley in Sun City
near, Surprise, Glendale, Verrado and Goodyear. Specific job
details: In this lead MR role, there would be a focus on MR safety
oversight and sharing of high level technical information with
other MR staff membersYou will lead and mentor technologist team
members in providing superior patient care; comfort, safety and
confidentialityOperation of MRI Scanners: responsible for patient
safety, the performance of high quality Scans, performing and
remaining current on MRI protocolsCommunicate and work with house
leadership, emergency department and nursing floors to prioritize
workflow/throughput.Oversee the vetting of implants while working
with MRSO and MRMD to assure patient safety.Work with chief
radiologist, section chiefs, manager and MRSO on protocol
standardization.Ensure that the department is kept ready for Joint
Commission review and ACR standards.Ordering supplies, inventory,
cleaning equipment, and scan room preparation.Troubleshooting
equipment issues and reporting them to the relevant department when
necessaryUtilize ancillary tools and equipment appropriately: PACS
and other software systemsImage Post Processing: responsible for
post processing images including transfer of images to PACS,
ensuring all post processing steps are completeOther duties as
needed. Leadership: Team player with strong communication skills.
Ability to build team unity and work with others to produce a
positive, caring environment. Proven ability and interest in
training new technologists in all facets of the role including
patient safety, room preparation, image acquisition, time
management and post processing. About the Unit: Banner is a great
place to work, we are invested in compassionate patient care. We
offer an environment that supports teamwork, collaboration, growth
opportunities, and work life balance. Building strong relationships
is at the core of all we do. Schedule: Schedule: 3 days a week
7A-730P (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday). There is call & Holiday
coverage rotations. Call requirements usually consist of 2 holidays
(1 major holiday and 1 minor holiday per year that rotates based on
Banner's 6 recognized holidays). Call pay rate is standard at 5
dollars an hour with double time for call bac Since 1970, Banner
Boswell Medical Center has provided exceptional care to the people
in the northwest area of metropolitan Phoenix. Today, our 501-bed
acute-care hospital is recognized by U.S. News and World Report as
one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals and offers a full range of acute
care services, including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics,
neurology, surgery, rehabilitation, emergency, stroke, intensive
care, pulmonary, urology, wound management and sleep disorders.
We've earned the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission
for Primary Stroke Centers. We're also in the nation's top five
percent for preventing mortality and complications. POSITION
SUMMARYThis position facilitates services and provides clinical
support within the department. Performs prescribed procedures as
directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and
protocols. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to
organize and provide care appropriate to patient population.CORE
FUNCTIONS1. Provides or facilitates patient care for patient
populations and serves as a resource to staff for clinical support.
Assumes responsibility for direct patient care when necessary.
Promotes interdisciplinary patient care planning and patient
education.2. Demonstrates leadership qualities in support of
department needs and collaborates with various departments, outside
vendors, and other departments to assure adequate resources and the
proper coordination of safe, efficient patient care management.3.
Serves as resource to patients, families, providers and staff in
providing care by facilitating patient flow. Assists in the
interpretation of department/facility/system policies within the
clinical setting. Responsible for providing safe and cost effective
care while considering patient satisfaction and customer service.4.
Participates in staff development, orientation, education and
evaluation of clinical competencies. Mentors staff to increase
clinical, critical thinking and problem solving skills. May
participate in employee performance assessments.5. Supports change
and assists in the development, interpretation, implementation and
evaluation of the process improvement and quality management
activities of the department/system. May serve as QA and clinical
educator. May coordinate and assist in development of QI/QC
projects.6. Monitors staff usage and ensures staffing meets patient
needs in a fiscally responsible manner.7. Accountable for the
ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to
imaging practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all
work information. Adheres to safety policies.8. Assures the
efficient operation of workflow of the department. Performs
prescribed procedures in accordance with established
departmental/facility policies and procedures.9. This position
functions within the Imaging department of the assigned facility.
Participates on committees as assigned. Internal customers: All
levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical
staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care
team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients
and family members.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSCertificate or diploma
from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program or
equivalent program for other modalities (MRI, Nuclear Medicine, CAT
Scan, Mammography, Diagnostic imaging).Requires national
certification from the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists (ARRT) and/or modality qualified licensure (NMTCB,
ARDMS, ARMRIT). Licensure by state regulatory agency required, if
applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in specialty
required (MRI, Nuclear Medicine, CAT Scan, Mammography), if
applicable. BLS certification required. Depending on certification
and modality(ies) coordinating, may be assigned to a single
modality or Multi-Modality Medical Imaging Coordinator role
(Ultrasound Coordinator, MRI Coordinator, Mult Mod Med Img Coord,
etc.)This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved
with 3+ years of experience. Must demonstrate effective
communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and
solve problems.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Health care related
Bachelors degree and prior supervisory experience
preferred.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans Our organization supports a
drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy
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