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Schedule

Part Time, Day Shift (16 hours biweekly)

Hours: Saturday, 8:00am - 4:00pm

General Summary

Provides coordination for all MRI patients between the time of exam scheduling and completion of exam. Serves as a liaison between MRI staff and providers.Works under the general supervision of the technical team of the department. This position assists the technologist in all non-technical aspects of imaging examinations including but not limited to assisting with the movement of patients, positioning, recording histories, documentation of imaging procedures.

Essential Functions:

+ Collaborates with physicians, nurses and MRI staff in the early identification of potential exam order issues. Obtains valid orders, either verbally or by fax, to allow for timely continuation of care. Communicates clearly and follows up on open issues in a timely manner.

+ Correctly identifies patients through obtaining and verifying thorough and accurate data and documents.

+ Ensures completion of patient's medical and MRI safety screening prior to presentation for exam.

+ Verifies insurance authorization is in place prior to patient presentation for exam.

+ Provides MRI staff with medical and environmental information pertinent to patient's current illness and exam requested (i.e. medical implants, claustrophobia, special needs).

+ Ensures patient is scheduled on appropriate magnet considering implantable devices, body habitus and/or claustrophobia.

+ Consults the MRI Safety Physicist in the event of any questionable implants, devices or additional MRI safety concerns.

+ Demonstrates basic and updated MRI safety knowledge.

+ Maintains a thorough and current knowledge of MRI services and external vendors for coordination of seamless care.

+ Provides referring physician patient education information and direction to on-line resources.

+ Consults with the MRI Team Leader or Lead Technologists for recommendations of other care options, as indicated, in the event the patient may not meet criteria for an MRI.

Common Expectations:

+ Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment and safety standards.

+ Maintains professional growth and development.

+ Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

+ High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

+ 1 year Relevant experience Required

Licenses:

+ Heartsaver CPR/AED within 180 days Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

+ Excellent communications/interpersonal skills.

+ Communication and relationship-building skills.

+ Strong customer service and organizational skills.

Benefits Offered:

+ Comprehensive health benefits

+ Flexible spending and health savings accounts

+ Retirement savings plan

+ Paid time off (PTO)

+ Short-term disability

+ Educational assistance

+ Financial education and support, including DailyPay

+ Wellness and Wellbeing programs

+ Caregiver support via Weallthy

+ Childcare referral service via Wellthy

WellSpan Health's vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region's largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.

WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital

One of eight premier hospitals in the WellSpan system, WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital offers a full range of leading-edge inpatient, outpatient and emergent care services. The hospital is noted for its distinct ability to combine state-of-the-art medical technology with quality, compassionate care to meet the needs of the more than 550,000 residents of northern Lancaster County and the surrounding area. As a full-service, non-profit acute-care hospital, with a 141 licensed bed capacity, WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital admits approximately 5,500 patients annually. Nearby WellSpan Ephrata Cancer Center supports the hospital as part of WellSpan's regional network of five cancer centers. WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital was one of several WellSpan Health hospitals honored by U.S. News & World Report with the High Performing recognition for 2022-23.

Quality of Life

Lancaster City was the capital of Pennsylvania from 1799 to 1812. Today, Lancaster County includes a vibrant downtown business district, desirable suburban neighborhoods and sprawling agricultural farms. Life in Lancaster County offers affordable housing, options for higher education, a thriving arts and cultural community, historical attractions, parks and recreational resources, an independent professional baseball team, fine dining and more. When visiting Lancaster, one can't help but recognizing the influence of the Pennsylvania Dutch - farm-to-table and beyond.

Conveniently located in Central Pennsylvania, Lancaster is within an easy commute to major cities and has ready access to public transportation. Residents can find local employment in healthcare, tourism, public administration, manufacturing and both professional and semiprofessional services. (Patient population: 535,000)

WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.