We are searching for an MRI Generalist someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will perform quality routine and specialized radiographic procedures at the request licensed independent practitioner for interpretation by radiologists. As members of the health care team, they must participate in quality improvement processes and continually assess their professional performance. Maintains a safe and hazard free environment. They are responsible for patient care, appropriate documentation, quality control, and quality improvement, and they provide training, education and mentoring to students, technologists, nursing, residents, fellows, staff and others.
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Responsibilities :
- Graduate of a formal diagnostic Radiology program required
- MR-ARRT certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required
- R-AART preferred
- CMRT from the Texas Medical Board preferred
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association preferred
Knowledge and Skills :
Broad knowledge of MRI physics and procedures; understanding of MRI principles that are developmentally appropriate for ages 0 – adulthoodOperation of all required equipment including troubleshooting, when necessary, of the equipment, including automated processors, copying / digitizing film equipment, R.I.S., and PACSBasic Life support and medical terminology understanding is required.Successful demonstration of the professional fundamental competenciesMust be articulate, courteous and supportive in dealing with patients, parents, nursing, faculty, administrative and departmental personnel so that excellent customer service and positive guest relations are achievedMust honor confidentialityMust independently scan patients by following the established protocolsMust demonstrate excellent verbal and written skillsMust utilize basic office equipmentPreferable if able to demonstrate bilingual skillsThe MRI Specialist will be responsible for multiple duties including :
integrates scientific knowledge; technical skills, patient interaction and compassionate care resulting in diagnostic information, and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure.possess, utilize, maintain, and enhance knowledge of MRI safety and protection for self, patients, and others.demonstrate a detailed understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.liaison between patients, radiologist and other members of the support team.maintain a high degree of accuracy in positioning and exposure technique.prepares, administers and documents activities related to mediations in accordance with state regulations and institution policy.must remain sensitive to the needs of the patient through good communication, and exceptional patient care skills.must think critically, use independent, professional and ethical judgment in all aspects of their work, and they must engage in continuing education to include their area of practice to enhance patient care, public education, knowledge and technical competence.responsible for patient care, appropriate documentation, quality control, and quality improvement, and they provide training, education and mentoring to students, technologists, nursing, residents, fellows, staff and othersABOUT US
Texas Children's Hospital West Campus is Houston's first community hospital designed, built and equipped exclusively for children in one of the city's most rapidly growing communities in the area from Sugar Land to Bryan-College Station, Texas. Located at I-10 and Barker Cypress, our 515,007-square-foot hospital houses the only 24 / 7 pediatric emergency room in the Greater West Houston area, four operating rooms, 16-bed pediatric intensive care unit, 46 acute care beds, advanced imaging services including MRI and CT scans, a neurophysiology sleep lab, a pathology lab and a full-scale pharmacy.
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