MRI Technologist | UPMC Hamot Looking to start or advance your career in MRI? UPMC Hamot is seeking a full-time MRI Technologist to join our Imaging Services team. We are open to experienced MRI professionals as well as graduates of accredited Radiologic Technology programs who are interested in specializing in MRI. If you're motivated to learn, we're willing to train and support your development into the role. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced imaging technology while making a meaningful impact on patient care every day. a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Schedule
- Full-time
- Variable shifts
- Rotating weekends and holidays a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Why UPMC Hamot?
- Full-time position with comprehensive UPMC benefits
- Paid training and career development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
- Advanced imaging technology and equipment
- Opportunity to build a long-term career within UPMC Imaging Services This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus with work commitment.
Candidates will be placed into appropriate level of the ladder based on experience, education, and leader discretion. Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative for diagnostic purposes.
Responsibilities:
Maintains clinical competencies for all exams and equipment. Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data including the labeling /preparation/and administration of contrast. Documents patient history in electronic record as required. Prior to start of exam, reads and presents all relevant information to the physician based on protocol Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all patient information is updated and documented in Rad Assessment, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed. Practices and maintains MR safety in the department. Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently. Performs procedures for reviewing, processing and archiving. Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation.