Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist - Radiology Diagnostic
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: San Marcos
Posted on: October 21, 2024
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Job Description:
Job DescriptionDescriptionSummary:The MRI Technologist works
independently, performing complex and specialized procedures. The
MRI Technologist must be able to use a wide variety of imaging
equipment and computers. The incumbent must be able to provide
basic MRI screening of patients and employees, prepare maintenance
and repairs, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to MRI
safety. The technologist must have the knowledge to make quick and
highly technical decisions in order to accommodate physical
restrictions and pathology. Ongoing participation with MR
education, safety, protocol development, quality assurance, and
technical advances are integrated with clinical scanning. Behavior
and communication skills must align with the organizations mission,
values and culture.CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – San Marcos, which
originated in 1923 as Hays County Soldiers, Sailors and Marines
Memorial Hospital, opened at its current Wonder World Drive
location in 1983. Our staff of more than 700 Associates works with
more than 300 active and consulting physicians to provide quality
services to patients and their families. For more than 20
consecutive years, we have been named The Best Hospital in Hays
County in the annual "Best of Hays" publication released by the San
Marcos Daily Record. In addition to interventional cardiac
services, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – San Marcos is a Certified
Chest Pain Center and an accredited Primary Stroke Center. We lead
the region in da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery and offers a
variety of specialty care services including medical imaging,
rehabilitation, hospice, women's services and
more.Responsibilities:•Meets expectations of the applicable
OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or
Leader of Leaders.•Performs a variety of diagnostic procedures some
of a more complex nature, utilizing state of the art computerized
MRI diagnostic imaging equipment. •Demonstrates competency with
respect to MRI exams, procedures and the use of pressurized
injection equipment.•Assists Radiologist in invasive and biopsy
type procedures using MRI equipment to pinpoint anatomical
locations.•Upon completion of procedures, the technologist programs
the computer to assure completion of exam and all scan data is
correctly stored on PACS for future reference.•Coordinates and
prioritizes procedures during the workday to maintain a high level
of patient care and continuity. •Ensures all charges are correctly
coded and entered in the billing system.•Demonstrates and maintains
competence with all age specific groups to ensure proper completion
of studies.•Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment,
treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical,
psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age specific and other
developmental needs of each patient served.•Ensure compliance with
all policies, procedures and standards as promulgated by State and
Federal agencies, the hospital and other regulatory
entities.•Performs all duties in a manner that protects the
confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any
confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance
of assigned job duties.•Basic computer knowledge required•Ability
to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing•Excellent
customer service skills required•Demonstrates adherence to the Core
values of Christus Health.•Performs other duties as
assigned.Requirements:
Keywords: CHRISTUS Health, Victoria , Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist - Radiology Diagnostic, Healthcare , San Marcos, Texas
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