Senior Technologist

Job Description

SENIOR MRI TECHNOLOGIST (WESTERN TRAINED AND EDUCATED)

To perform MRI examinations within the units/clinics and the Medical Imaging Department of the American Hospital .To be part of all procedures and processes that allow the Medical Imaging Department in providing a high standard of service and patient care by assessing, monitoring, participating and assisting in the daily administration duties, infection control /risk management, quality improvement and departmental / hospital wide in-services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Integrates scientific knowledge, technical competence and patient interaction skills to provide safe and accurate procedures with compassion.
• Performs MRI procedures, which include instructing and manipulating patients, selecting techniques and calibrating equipment, to obtain high quality images.
• Schedules patients for MRI examinations if required. Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures and arranges patient priorities to accommodate them in conjunction with Radiologist instructions.
• Reviews the request and previous studies before performing the examination.
• Observes all safety measures in the specialized areas e.g. Radiation/MRI safety screening form
• Perform any additional duties as required , administration duties assists with filing , clerical and scheduling wherever possible.
• Recognizes patient conditions essential for the successful completion of the procedure.
• Independently perform or assist the licensed independent practitioner in the completion of diagnostic, therapeutic, interventional and fusion MRI procedures.
• Prepare, administer and document activities related to medications in accordance with state and federal regulations or lawful institutional policy.
• Participate in quality improvement processes and continually assess their professional performance.
• Responsible for daily operations of the MRI scanner, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA).
• Maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve.
• Uses cognitive CT/MRI skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
• Assist the Technical Director of Medical Imaging with the co-ordination of the Departmental Quality Improvement and Education Programs.
• Uses independent judgment during the MRI exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings.
• Analyses, synthesizes MRI information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
• Coordinates work schedule with Departmental Director and/or scheduling desk to assure workload coverage.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the MRI environment care.
• Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all interrelating hospitals, referral.
• Performs all requested MRI examinations as ordered by the attending physician.
• Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided.
• Addresses problems of patient care as they arise and makes decisions to appropriately resolve the problems. Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required.
• Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member.
• Provides in-service education team on requirements of MRI procedures as requested by other members of the health care team.
• Responds promptly and positively to patients, families, co-workers and all others in a respectful , courteous and confidential manner.
• Selects appropriate imaging acquisition with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
• Post processing digital data for display or hard copy records, ensuring proper identification is evident.
• Verifies informed consent for applicable procedures.
• Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures.
• Prepares patients for procedures.
• Apply s principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self and others.
• Performs veinpuncture as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Starting, maintaining and/or removing intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Identifies and prepares and/or administers medications as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Cleans, stocks, check operation of equipment and accessory devices for safety on a daily basis in rostered areas. Clean and tidy rooms at the end of all shifts
• Evaluates images for technical quality and ensuring proper identification is recorded.
• Identifies and responding to emergency situations.
• Educates and monitoring students and other health care providers.
• Maintains archival storage of digital data as appropriate.
• Demonstrates cooperation, coordination, and respect among individuals/departments in order to provide excellent customer service ( internal and external)
• Demonstrates the ability to deal with patient complaints.
• Responds to patients positively and politely.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
• Perform and monitors safety checks on patients , employees and visitors to comply with the safety regulations in the MRI suite
• Keeps equipment and work area clean and hygienic – by disinfecting machine and accessories regularly – keeping food and drinks away from work areas – personal items out of sight
• Participates in staff meetings and unit projects, and implementing/ evaluating creative approaches to meeting goals

REQUIREMENTS :

Must have:

• Graduate of an accredited School, University, or Institution from where the qualification permits registration with the ARRT or its equivalent.
• Current Registered Li-censure in country of citizenship or professional practice.
• Recommended:
• Knowledge of JCIA or accreditation standards.
• At least five (5) years of recent MRI experience, with current clinical experience of (5) years in MRI
• MRI technologists must demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, human physiology, pathology, pharmacology and medical terminology.
• Evidence of continuing education.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Middle Eastern customs is advantageous

Note * : Only shortlisted applicants will get contacted .