Lead MRI Technologist

2 months ago

Somerville, United States Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Full time

Under the general supervision of the Unit Operations Manager of MRI, the incumbent establishes, manages, and monitors standards and processes; communicates and trains on systems to ensure department guidelines are adhered to and upheld to the MGH Imaging Department standards. Collaborates with radiologists, departmental leadership, and staff to ensure that protocols, patient care processes, dosing and imaging are performed per protocol. Ensure safe MRI practices in accordance with departmental standards. The individual must demonstrate problem solving skills, organizational skills, and exceptional communication skills. Assists in third party accreditation processes such as ACR, Joint Commission, etc.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Meets all responsibilities of an MRI Technologist Tier 1 position.

Includes preparing patient, positioning, setting imaging parameters, performing computer processing and displaying images.

Performs scheduled quality control procedures on MRI scanner and other related equipment. Records QA results as required. Reports any potential equipment related problems to supervisor as necessary.

Prepares for and performs intravenous injection of MR contrast agents including the use of the MR compatible power injector. Understands and can communicate the possible contraindications as well as monitor for and respond to adverse reactions to MR contrast agents. Records all information regarding contrast injections appropriately.

Inserts IV catheters as needed.

Performs point of care testing as needed.

Instructs patients and visitors in MR safety procedures.

Ensures adherence to safety practices by all persons entering the MRI area.

Reviews outpatient schedules to confirm exams have been protocoled and reviewed for potential contra-indications.

Acts as final check point for patient safety and protocol clarification.

Communicates with Radiologist for protocol clarification when necessary.

Uses designated department protocols. If issues are observed within the designated protocol, reports them to the site supervisor and/or Quality Assurance Manager

Assists in the instruction of visitors and medical staff rotating through the area. Explains patient procedures, processing, equipment operation, safety practices, etc.

Mentors new staff and fellow technologists as necessary.

Adheres to MGH "Good-To-Go" policies and practices.

Reviews the MRI patient procedure screening form with the patient and completes the MRI staff specific questions.

Utilizes departmental specific tools to confirm contrast dosing, and patient safety through the use of such tools as MRI safety search engine, electronic dose calculators, image review (PACS) and other means designated by the department.

Maintains a neat work environment, including patient care areas, MR scan rooms, MR control rooms and reading areas.

Monitors appropriate inventory and par levels of necessary supplies and communicates with Manager / Supervisor.

Assists receptionist and other Department staff in various duties as necessary (i.e. scheduling and transporting patients, taking stock inventory, filing, etc.).

Develops knowledge of MR physics through on-the-job training, reading, etc., and keeps current on new developments in MR imaging.

Identifies hazardous system malfunctions; secures area and removes patients and personnel from magnet bay during emergency situations.

Performs other related duties as required.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Mental/visual ability to operate complex electronic equipment and instrumentation and perform quality control procedures on equipment; ability to transfer patients to MR scan table and push table from prep room to exam room; must lift and transfer patients to stretchers, etc.

Must demonstrate the ability to provide appropriate care to various age population

Must be able to read, write and effectively communicate in English

Qualifications

Required:

  • BLS
  • R.T.(MR)
  • Graduate of an approved Medical Imaging program
Preferred:
  • Radiation Licensure in the state of Massachusetts


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