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_SUMMARY_

Hennepin Healthcare has a current opening for a MRI Technologist I or II in our MRI department. This part-time (0.75 FTE) will work day shifts from 6:30am to 7:00pm and every other weekend. This position will include a $1.00 an hour weekend (Saturday and Sunday) differential.

A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible external candidates (contract/temporary workers and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible).

Under the direction of the area supervisor, performs patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic/medical imaging diagnosis of patients.

_RESPONSIBILITIES - TECH I AND II_

* Performs MRI exams under the order of a licensed medical practitioner

* Reviews and verifies MRI exam orders, radiologist’s protocol instructions, and patient identification in accordance with hospital policy to ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient

* Assesses patient risk via patient interviews and chart review; alerts nurses and/or physicians to possible contraindications for procedure (e.g. screening for MR conditional / unsafe devices, lab work, allergies, etc.)

* Investigates and obtains information from various sources (e.g. device manufacturer) for radiologist to determine whether or not patient may safely undergo MRI exam

* Ensures patient is prepared and radiologist-ordered protocols for pre-medications have been completed (e.g. contrast allergy pre-medication)

* Assesses patient’s need for care following contrast administration; arranges renal function tests and follow up according to radiologist protocol

* Provides education to patient and family members and assesses understanding

* Provides for the physical and psychological needs of patients during MRI exams, including monitoring of patient’s oxygen saturation levels when caring for patients with orders for “continuous” O2 sat monitoring; addresses issues according to hospital protocol; assesses patient’s level of pain and notifies nurse / provider as needed

* Performs venipuncture for contrast administration, evaluates patency of IV access; administers saline flush per protocol pre/post IV contrast administration

* Performs Point-of-Care lab tests for evaluating renal function prior to contrast administration

* Prepares and administers oral and/or IV contrast per department protocols as prescribed by a licensed practitioner

* Ensure personnel caring for patient follow safety procedures (e.g. MR safety policies/procedures, infection prevention)

* Documents clinical and required regulatory information in patient’s electronic chart (e.g. IV documentation, signs / symptoms relevant to exam, contrast administration in MAR); performs order entry / modification / cancelation in accordance with hospital policies

* Initiates response to complications and emergencies arising during exams in accordance with MR policies and procedures; requests assistance from nurses, providers, and other personnel as needed

* Demonstrates extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology and effects of disease processes; evaluates images, recognizes normal vs. abnormal anatomy and notifies the appropriate Radiologist as needed

* Handles and secures medications and equipment in accordance with hospital policies

* Utilizes the image management system; acquire, format, manipulate, archives images to the PACS system

* Assists patient with completing informed consent form, after provider has completed informed consent discussion with the patient

* Implements downtime procedures (manual operations) when computer systems or equipment fails

* Maintains equipment and room in proper working condition and trouble-shoots malfunctioning equipment; takes appropriate action to address image quality issues. Performs quality control procedures

* Demonstrates and promotes a healthy work environment and good teamwork; makes suggestions for improvements; demonstrates and promotes patient and family-centered care behaviors

* Assists in organizing work flow utilizing available staff and rooms

* Assists performing exams identified for approved IRB research

* Performs various clerical duties and completes additional duties/projects

_RESPONSIBILITIES - TECH I ONLY_

* May participate in a training program to learn and become proficient in MRI exams

* Participates in departmental continuing education in-services

_RESPONSIBILITIES - TECH II ONLY_

* Assists physicians and residents as required with MR-Guided exams/procedures using aseptic technique as needed

* Instructs new staff and students in MRI procedures and techniques

* Performs competency evaluations for new MRI personnel

* Assists with education and training of medical staff (Radiology Residents, Fellows, RPA’s etc.)

* Assists in coordinating and participates in departmental continuing education in-services

* Provides peer feedback for staff performance evaluations

_QUALIFICATIONS - TECH I AND II_

* Completion of a formal educational Radiologic Technology program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the ARRT

* Currently certified with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

* Maintains minimum CEU credits as mandated by the ARRT

* Possess current CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of employment

_QUALIFICATIONS - TECH I ONLY_

* Possess MR certification (ARRT) within 36 months of employment

_QUALIFICATIONS - TECH II ONLY_

* Possess MR certification (ARRT)

**Title:** *MRI Technologist I or II (Days) - $10,000 Signing Bonus*

**Location:** *MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus*

**Requisition ID:** *250764*