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MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF LAFAYETTE CO MRI Technologist in DARLINGTON, Wisconsin

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Provides accurate information to physicians, patients and employees while maintaining patient confidentiality at all times. Ensures safety of each MRI patient and medical staff while in the high magnetic field environment. Screens patients and other medical staff prior to entering the magnetic exam room for potential contraindications, which may be harmful to the patient, staff or the MRI equipment. Operates all MRI equipment necessary to complete examinations as directed by the Radiologist in charge of each exam. Utilizes a variety of surface coils, pulse gating, cardiac gating, respiratory gating and patient monitoring equipment. Using independent judgment, tailors exams to each patient and their particular medical problem. Starts IV\'s, administers contrast injections and monitors patients closely for contrast reactions. Demonstrates the ability to react to a potentially dangerous \"quench\" situation. Maintains awareness of the oxygen-monitoring system in each exam room and demonstrates knowledge of what steps to take in case of an alarm. Constantly monitors patients\' condition while in the magnet and promptly detects any changes in their condition. In the event of a medical emergency, removes the patient from the MRI exam room immediately before the medical emergency team takes over the patients\' care. Performs daily MRI QC tests as recommended and takes corrective action as needed. Reports problems related to the MRI equipment, work methods, or procedures to the manager promptly. Maintains knowledge of multi-planner cross-sectional anatomy for various organ systems, in multiplanner reformatting of 3-demensional data, and manipulating MIP (Maximum Intensity Projection) data required for MRA (Magnetic Resonance Angiography) exams. Sends MRI images to the PACS system. Maintains currency of job-related skills, competencies, and required certification(s) or registries. Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position. Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions. Ability to demonstrate fiscal responsibility and knowledge of budget process. Ability to develop and update departmental policies, procedures, competencies, and quality assurance activities as needed to comply with all State and Federal standards, guidelines, and mandates. Responsible for team building and maintaining an effective and efficient working environment. Responsible for the maintenance or delegation thereof of necessary records and reports. Ability to assist Radiologist staff and/or other Technologists with radiographic & fluoroscopic procedures as necessary. Demonstrate the efficient operation and provide instruction in the operation of PACS. Ability to perform all other Radiology Departmental duties as assigned. Ability to follow the Memorial Hospital Code of Conduct, and also the Confidentiality and Information Access Agreement. Ability to provide direct patient care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric population, with sensitivity to customer relations. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) MRI registry by the ARRT within 12 months of hire date Current in all Required Course & Continuing Education Requirements of ARRT 2+ Years of Experience Preferred Varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending, and lifting. Requires full range of motion including handling and lifting patients, manual finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Requires occasional lifting and carrying items of up to 50 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions and working flexible hours. Self-motivated; ability to organi e and prioritize well. Ability to remain flexible and to reorganize priorities when emergencies arise. Requires a significant level of trust and diplomacy, in addition to normal courtesy and tact. Requires extensive personal contact with others, with excellent communication skills. Requires personal contact with others inside and/or outside Memorial Hospital, to communicate pertinent patient information. Use of computer, printer, fax, and other office equipment. Requires the use of personal protection safety equipment including gloves, lab coats, gowns, goggles, and face masks/shields. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.lafayettecountywi.org/hr/job-opening/mhlc-full-time-mri-technologist

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