MRI Lead Technologist
Company: Banner Health
Location: Sun City West
Posted on: March 15, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
Primary City/State:Sun City West, Arizona Department Name: MRI-Hosp
Work Shift: Day Job Category:Clinical Care Up To $10,000 Sign-on
incentive offered with 12 months experience; requires a 1 year
commitment Phoenix is Arizona's major city and the fifth most
populated city in the United States. It includes the posh resorts
and green golf courses of Scottsdale, Tempe's lively college-town
vibes, arts-friendly Mesa and pro-sports hub Glendale. We are
located in the growing northwest area of the valley in Sun City
near, Surprise, Glendale, Verrado and Goodyear. Specific job
details: In this lead MR role, there would be a focus on MR safety
oversight and sharing of high level technical information with
other MR staff membersYou will lead and mentor technologist team
members in providing superior patient care; comfort, safety and
confidentialityOperation of MRI Scanners: responsible for patient
safety, the performance of high quality Scans, performing and
remaining current on MRI protocolsCommunicate and work with house
leadership, emergency department and nursing floors to prioritize
workflow/throughput.Oversee the vetting of implants while working
with MRSO and MRMD to assure patient safety.Work with chief
radiologist, section chiefs, manager and MRSO on protocol
standardization.Ensure that the department is kept ready for Joint
Commission review and ACR standards.Ordering supplies, inventory,
cleaning equipment, and scan room preparation.Troubleshooting
equipment issues and reporting them to the relevant department when
necessaryUtilize ancillary tools and equipment appropriately: PACS
and other software systemsImage Post Processing: responsible for
post processing images including transfer of images to PACS,
ensuring all post processing steps are completeOther duties as
needed. Leadership: Team player with strong communication skills.
Ability to build team unity and work with others to produce a
positive, caring environment. Proven ability and interest in
training new technologists in all facets of the role including
patient safety, room preparation, image acquisition, time
management and post processing. About the Unit: Banner is a great
place to work, we are invested in compassionate patient care. We
offer an environment that supports teamwork, collaboration, growth
opportunities, and work life balance. Building strong relationships
is at the core of all we do. Schedule: 3 days a week Thursday &
Friday 7A-730P, Saturday 7A-530P. There is call & Holiday coverage
rotations. Call requirements usually consist of 2 holidays (1 major
holiday and 1 minor holiday per year that rotates based on Banner's
6 recognized holidays). Call pay rate is standard at 5 dollars an
hour with double time for call back. Banner Del E. Webb Medical
Center excels in providing extraordinary health care to residents
of the northwest Valley of metro Phoenix and is recognized by U.S.
News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. With 390
licensed beds, the hospital provides a wide range of services,
including acute medical and surgical services as well as intensive
care, emergency and urgent care, inpatient/outpatient surgery,
cardiac catheterization, neurology, orthopedics, oncology, urology,
pulmonary, obstetrics and gynecology, extended care, outpatient
diagnostic services, acute and outpatient rehabilitation and adult
behavioral services. POSITION SUMMARYThis position facilitates
services and provides clinical support within the department.
Performs prescribed procedures as directed by following
department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. Must
demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to organize and
provide care appropriate to patient population.CORE FUNCTIONS1.
Provides or facilitates patient care for patient populations and
serves as a resource to staff for clinical support. Assumes
responsibility for direct patient care when necessary. Promotes
interdisciplinary patient care planning and patient education.2.
Demonstrates leadership qualities in support of department needs
and collaborates with various departments, outside vendors, and
other departments to assure adequate resources and the proper
coordination of safe, efficient patient care management.3. Serves
as resource to patients, families, providers and staff in providing
care by facilitating patient flow. Assists in the interpretation of
department/facility/system policies within the clinical setting.
Responsible for providing safe and cost effective care while
considering patient satisfaction and customer service.4.
Participates in staff development, orientation, education and
evaluation of clinical competencies. Mentors staff to increase
clinical, critical thinking and problem solving skills. May
participate in employee performance assessments.5. Supports change
and assists in the development, interpretation, implementation and
evaluation of the process improvement and quality management
activities of the department/system. May serve as QA and clinical
educator. May coordinate and assist in development of QI/QC
projects.6. Monitors staff usage and ensures staffing meets patient
needs in a fiscally responsible manner.7. Accountable for the
ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to
imaging practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all
work information. Adheres to safety policies.8. Assures the
efficient operation of workflow of the department. Performs
prescribed procedures in accordance with established
departmental/facility policies and procedures.9. This position
functions within the Imaging department of the assigned facility.
Participates on committees as assigned. Internal customers: All
levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical
staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care
team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients
and family members.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSCertificate or diploma
from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program or
equivalent program for other modalities (MRI, Nuclear Medicine, CAT
Scan, Mammography, Diagnostic imaging).Requires national
certification from the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists (ARRT) and/or modality qualified licensure (NMTCB,
ARDMS, ARMRIT). Licensure by state regulatory agency required, if
applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in specialty
required (MRI, Nuclear Medicine, CAT Scan, Mammography), if
applicable. BLS certification required. Depending on certification
and modality(ies) coordinating, may be assigned to a single
modality or Multi-Modality Medical Imaging Coordinator role
(Ultrasound Coordinator, MRI Coordinator, Multi Mod Med Img. Coord,
etc.)This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved
with 3+ years of experience. Must demonstrate effective
communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and
solve problems.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Health care related
Bachelors degree and prior supervisory experience
preferred.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans Our organization supports a
drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy
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