MRI Tech – Full Time – Pennsylvania Hospital – $10,000 Sign-On Bonus NEW Position Available In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

MRI Tech

• Full Time
• Pennsylvania Hospital
• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Job ID:

268099

Work Type:

FT

Location:

Philadelphia, PA, United States
Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
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Summary:

Performs a variety of MR imaging procedures and is responsible for patient safety protocols. Functions as the first line interface with patients in the successful aplishments of their imaging needs.

Responsibilities:

EQUIPMENT

Responsible for the utilization and operation of 1.5 tesla GE scanners and GE extremity MR Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and the use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients. Comprehends andpletes the established quality control of MRI equipment Maintains daily the integrity of the ‘CRT Cart’ Demonstrates the knowledge and responsibility of equipment failure Responsible for producing high quality MRI studies Able to troubleshoot basic issues on the MRI unit

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital Represents the hospital in a positive and professional manner Ads and upholds PEOPLE standards and AIDET according to the hospital guidelines Exemplifies excellent hospitality toward patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
holds subordinates accountable for showing courtesy,passion, sensitivity and respect to patients, visitor, physicians and co-workers Interacts professionally and effectivelymunicates with peers, physicians, patients, visitors and guests Participates in programsmittees beneficial to department improvement Consults with other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care

EDUCATION

Possess knowledge of procedures performed in the department and is able to answer questions/ concerns the patient or family may have Completes all required annual AME’s. Supervises and teaches radiology students Maintain annual CPR certification Identifies education, training and development needs necessary to achieve section performance objectives and goals Provides staff education with an emphasis on theanizational quality improvement program Presents yearly evidence of professional licensure

CLINICAL

Instructs and prepares patients for MRI examinations Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures Assesses patient’s understanding of process and informed consent of invasive procedures Assesses, evaluates and informs physician of changes in patient’s conditions during exam Determines most suitable anatomical posture, position and shields patient accordingly Produces adequate MRI studies in an efficient manner Ensures 4 zone safety environment which is divided into 4 distinct zones each being a higher risk environment than previous. Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric and general population Ads to MRI protocols/procedures

CLERICAL

Possesses superior phone skills Operates, troubleshoots and is a super user of the radiology information system and PACS Images are verified as received by PACS and errors are promptly corrected or reported to PACS administrator All study charges are correctly captured and appropriately billed Maintains patient records and confidentiality Provides proper documentation for all patient exams Complies with HIPPA laws regarding protected health information

MANAGEMENT

Maintains effectivemunication with all Pennsylvania Hospital personnel s to work on time as scheduledpletes work assignments within designated times Ads to the Allied Health dress code policy Attends departmental in-services and meetings promptly Promotes effective intradepartmental and interdepartmental relationships Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and TJC regulations. Ads to safety program of Pennsylvania Hospital and the Department of Radiology Ensurepliance with policies regarding department operations, fire, and safety and infection control Is cognitive of hospital policies and possesses the ability to access such policies on line Responsiblypletes work within designated shift unless asked by management to do otherwise Wears hospital identification at waist level or above at all times Demonstrates superior work habits

PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT

Actively participates in performance improvement and continues quality improvement activities by utilizing Plan,Do,Check,Act’ model enhancing Patient and employee satisfaction
SAFETY Is cognizant of Safety and Management Preparedness plans Ads to the safety program of Pennsylvania Hospital and the department of radiology Possesses knowledge of the Hospital’s Rapid Response Team Understands the importance ofmunication and its role in improving the patient’s safety and experience in Radiology

Credentials:

Amer Registry Radiologic Tech (Required)
Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience:

H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)

Education Specialization:

Equivalent Experience:

Other (Required)

Education Specialization:

Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college attended or hospital trained

Equivalent Experience:

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer aprehensivepensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged andmitted to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.