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Job Description
- Req#: 7457-12553
About the company
LifePoint Health is an American company that provides healthcare services in growing regions, rural communities and small towns.
Performs magnetic resonance imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Reports to: Director Diagnostic Services and Imaging Supervisor
Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results.Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Required Skills
Certifications:
BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required to be obtained within 90 days of employment, if not current upon hire.Required Skills
Licenses:
Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (MR).
Registry Eligible New Hire; Cross-training staff or Transfer staff who are registered ARRT technologists will be considered and must acquire valid MR registration within 12 months of hire or transfer date.Minimum Work Experience
Six (6) months experience performing a wide array of MR procedures.