MRI tech aide Job Zitko Terrace West Virginia USA,Healthcare

Location: Zitko Terrace

Supports the radiology department with a range of administrative and clerical tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year of experience working in MRI.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Explains procedures at a level the patient will understand.

Provides appropriate patient care as required. Practices sterile techniques and universal precautions.

Maintains adequate and appropriate records as directed. Responsible for documentation of clinical and technical history on patient. Responsible for accurate utilization of the computer to document patient and exam information and charging functions.

Assures that all required consent, history and screening forms are completed and verified by signature of customer and/or legal guardian and/or physician, and/or technologist prior to performing procedure.

Communicates with other health care professionals, including patient referral sources, verbally and in writing. Effectively manages time in order to balance patient treatment needs, documentation, and educational requirements.

Complies with all MRI safety protocols. Ensures patient screening questionnaire is properly reviewed.

Communicates and interacts with patients, families, visitors, physicians, departmental and hospital staff and the public in general in a manner that demonstrates professionalism and concern for the individuals' need(s).

Remains current and responsive to changes in healthcare delivery, standards established by professional organizations, regulatory and accrediting bodies and the needs of the organization. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs and current professional literature.

Maintains and applies working knowledge of Hospital and Radiology information systems. Maintains and applies working knowledge of Picture Archive and Communication (PACS) system.

Participates in Quality initiatives to help assess and improve the services provided and compliance with regulatory requirements. Reports results to appropriate administrative levels.

Physical Requirements

Extended periods of standing and walking.

Lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs of weight.

Carry items of up to 20 lbs.

Working Environment

Works in a strong magnetic field.

May be exposed to virus, disease, and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. May be exposed to traumatic situations including psychiatric crisis, physical injuries, and death.

Possible exposure to ionizing radiation and sharps.

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of MRI procedures and safety-issues, organization skills, communication skills, computer skills, multi-tasking.

Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations at any given time.

Additional

Job Description

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

16
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company: RMH Reynolds Memorial Hospital
Cost Center: 151 RMH Radiology Diagnostic
Address: 800 Wheeling Avenue Glen Dale West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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