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Staff Position

MRI Technologist
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
Saint Louis, MO
Flexible
Relocation Bonus

$28-32/hour

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • ShiftFlexible
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care317 bedsEpic Systems Corporation

Pay

Estimated pay
$28-32/hour

Benefits

  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Continuing Education
  • Health savings account
  • Health Care FSA
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • 403b retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Bereavement
  • Relocation bonus

Description

This is a Full Time Day Shift Monday - Thursday 6:00AM- 4:30pm

$5000 Sign On Bonus Eligible!

Under the direction of the Radiologist, Director, and Manager performs diagnostic medical imaging by magnetic resonance.

Position Accountabilities and Performance Criteria (Percent of Time)

Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria:

Position Accountabilities

1)  Performs magnetic resonance imaging examinations. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) 40%

Criteria

A) Demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives and choose the appropriate course of action.

B) Provides MR safety screening for 100% of patient/visitor/staff prior to entering MR room(s).

C) Responds to changes in workload using time to departmental advantage.

D) Conducts job duties in accordance with departmental standards.

E) Communicates technical information in a manner appropriate for the intended audience, (patient, family, member or visitor).

F) Produces quality images in a consistent manner.

G) Serves as a resource to co-workers.

H) Assesses for vein/site selection and initiates venipuncture per established standards. Documents venipuncture site/contrast in RIS per established departmental guidelines.

I) Demonstrates knowledge of cross sectional anatomy. Knows MR anatomical landmarks and able to recognize abnormalities and alert radiologist as needed.

J) Demonstrate ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and respectful manner, to assure and promote a culture of safety.

K) Maintains proficiency in the utilization of the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

2) Observes establishes departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program safety, environmental and infection control standards.  (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8) 2%

Criteria

A) Runs appropriate quality control procedures, evaluates results and makes appropriate corrections.

B) Notifies supervisor when quality issues arise.

C) Demonstrates attitude of cooperation and professionalism when working in any area of the hospital.

D) Reports any problems, which may affect the outcome of a patient’s exam.

3) Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department.  (5, 6) 3%

Criteria

A) Provides documentation as required by the profession and the department.

B) USES THE KRONOS TIME CLOCK SYSTEM ACCURATELY.

4) Uses Hospital/Radiology system according to established policy.  (3,5,6) 3%

Criteria

A) Ability to input and retrieve information from HIS/Radiology information system.

B) Enters information correctly.

C) Recognizes and reports computer malfunction.

D) Provides training and direction to staff as necessary.

E) Maintain confidentiality of patient information.

F) Performs 3D workstation duties as prescribed by examination.

5) Follows hospital and radiology policies: handles bio-hazardous waste appropriately, and follows safety and infection control policies.  (5,6,8) 2%

Criteria

A) Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition.

B)  Adheres to hospital and radiology safety and infection control policies.

C) Disposes of bio-hazardous trash properly, without being told.

D) Uses protective equipment as needed.

E) Abides by dress code and wears ID badge always.

F) Respects the confidentiality of patient results and uses discretion when discussing patient matters.

6) Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and infection control policies. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 5%

Criteria

A) Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines.

B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards.

1. Maintains clutter free environment.

2. Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum.

3. Adheres to dress code.

C) Reports risk management concerns.

D) Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements:

1. Safety/Fire

2. Blood Borne Pathogen

3. Hazardous Communication

4. TB

5. Department Specific

6. Age Appropriate Care (for clinical staff only)

7. Population Specific Care

7) Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous, and respectful manner.  (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 5%

Criteria

A) Demonstrates respect and compassion for our internal and external customers while delivering prompt, courteous service.

B) Recognize the needs and expectations of our customers and considers the diverse needs of others regarding culture, religion, disability, etc.

C) Demonstrates team work with other departments and co-workers.

D) Provides emotional support while attempting to alleviate fear and anxiety.

E) Dress in a professional manner.

F) Answers questions in a knowledgeable fashion or directs direct questions to someone who can provides answers.

G) Works with other departments to provide services.

H) Discuss information in private areas only. Share information on a need to know basis, avoiding gossip.

8) Performance Improvement (QI): Incorporates Quality Assessment into one’s daily work.

(1, 2, 3, 4, 5)    5%

Criteria

 A) Wisely and responsibly utilize the resources within the facility. Take care of equipment and report problems to result in a longer usage life.

B) Recommends changes in practices to increase efficiency and minimize waste to managers.                           

C) Reviews departmental PI, OA, and QC monthly during departmental meetings and by reviewing posted information.

D) Provides data to manager for monthly Performance Improvement daily. 

9) Age Appropriate Care: Provides age-appropriate care to:

___x__Infant __x___Child __x___Adolescent __x___Adult __x___Geriatric

Criteria

A) Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department.

B) Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age specific data to identify patient needs.

C) Utilizes communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses to service and interaction.

D) Involves family or significant other in decision making related to services provided.

E) Demonstrates ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the department assigned.

F) Position specific: Need to enter those responsibilities specific for position.

G) Demonstrates ability to assess population specific needs (i.e,. language).

10) Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury.  (1, 2, 4, 5, 8) <1%

Criteria

A) Restraint Care

1. Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application.

2. Applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure.

3. Monitors and assesses patient’s response throughout the restraint period at the appropriate intervals.

4. Provide specified patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a timely basis.

5. Provides for trial release and removal of restraints as soon as possible.

B) Pain Management (Licensed Personnel)

1. Assess patient for presence of pain on admission and during assessments/reassessments.

2. Incorporates patients cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management plan.

3. Implement pain management techniques. Focus on prevention rather than treatment.

4. Include patient and/or family members in developing a pain management plan.

5. Consider other methods of pain control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy.

C) Abuse Assessment

1. Is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments.

2. Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician & Risk Management, and recommends appropriate consultation (psychiatric, Social Work) for evaluation.

11) Uses communication effectively with others, medical staff, co-workers and patients. (5, 6) 5%

Criteria

A) Consistently communicates ideas in a clear and succinct manner.

B) Is the subject on more than one valid complaint per year from other radiology/hospital personnel regarding cooperation?

C) Displays initiative and enthusiasm for non-routine and/or extra duties.

D) Effectively serves as a resource person for department.

E) Explain procedure to patient/family in understandable terms.

12) Participates in continuing education.  (5, 6) 2%

Criteria

A) Attends appropriate orientations.

B) Accumulates contact hours of continuing education per established ARRT guidelines.

C) Provide in-service a necessary.

D) Provide documentation of current ARRT status.

13) Attends meetings as required and participates committees as directed.  (2, 6) 1%

Criteria

A) Attends required and participates committees as directed.

B) Provides documentation of attendance at outside meetings.

14) Explain procedures and provide information to customers.  (2, 6) 2%

Criteria

A) Provide explanation of treatments and procedures within the scope of your knowledge and authority prior to rendering services.

B) When expl

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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 317 beds
  • Epic Systems Corporation
ADDRESS1201 S Grand BlvdSaint Louis, MO 63104
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SSM Health has grown to be one of the largest integrated health systems in the country, because leadership, administration and providers work closely together to find solutions to the most pressing needs in medical care today. Collectively, our knowledge and resources are combined to innovate, optimize workflows and allow for better care delivery and patient interactions. Physicians and leadership engage in regular discussions designed to standardize practices that yield better outcomes across our system. Physicians, providers and health care leaders seeking the stability and resources of a large, reputable integrated health system, as well as the collegiality and respect of peers and the rewards of practicing in a faith-based organization, choose SSM Health as their ideal practice setting. SSM Health's 23 hospitals, more than 290+ physician offices and outpatient care sites, and 10 post-acute facilities offer vast opportunities to shape the future of health care throughout Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma and Wisconsin.
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