Facility: SRS SanteennCity SanteennDepartmentnnJob StatusnnPer DiemnnShiftnnVariablennFTEnn0nnShift Start TimennShift End TimennOther; Venipuncture Certification - Various-Employee provides certificate; AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; ARMRIT Certification - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists; Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certification (MR)(ARRT) - ARRTnnHours:nnShift Start Time:nnVariablennShift End Time:nnVariablennAWS Hours Requirement:nn12/36 - 12 Hour ShiftnnAdditional Shift Information:nnWeekend Requirements:nnEvery OthernnOn-Call Required:nnNonnHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):nn$52.944 - $68.315 - $83.686nnThe stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position. The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant’s years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices.nnJob InformationnnDepartment: MRInnLocation: Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee - 8701 Cuyamaca St. Santee. This position will rotate to all MR locations.nnJob Type: Per DiemnnWork Shift: VariablennWhat You Will DonnTo perform a wide variety of technical procedures with quality patient care, assisting Physicians as needed.nnRequired QualificationsnnSatisfactory completion of formal training program in an AMA approved school and meets the requirements of an appropriate State and/or Federal mandated certification or equivalent.nnAHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIREDnnVenipuncture Certification - Various-Employee provides certificate -REQUIREDnnMagnetic Resonance Imaging Certification (MR)(ARRT) - ARRT OR ARMRIT Certification - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists -REQUIREDnnPreferred Qualificationsnn1 Year dedicated MRI experience.nnEssential FunctionsnnCommunicationCommunicates pertinent system issues to the Lead/Supervisor/PACS Manager/Systems Analyst or vendor on a timely basis.Communicate equipment, employee, supply, adverse incidents, and workman's compensation issues to Lead/Supervisor in an appropriate time frame.Communicate openly and positively any changes to all departmental employees.Ensure employee/patient confidentiality is restricted to private area(s) and appropriate person(s).nnDaily operationsMaintains department regulatory requirements.Verify physician order and utilizes RIS correctly to complete all documentation.Accurately completes exams in RIS in real-time filling out appropriate information (contrast, QC, resource, technical modifiers, billing modifiers, coding of exam, technologist/student/RN/Radiologist).Ensure all exams have been completed in RIS and confirm images are sent to PACS. CIS-Confirmed in SynapseComplete no show charge slips for accuracy and submit for billing and submit to Lead.Ensure paperwork is completed appropriately.nnDepartment operationsAccurately utilize RIS and Synapse downtime procedures when necessary.Ensure while working in department following guidelines in compliance with AAAHC.Demonstrates ability to make timely, accurate and safe decisions regarding patients. Even if those decisions are not covered by written or verbal instructions.Apply techniques to improve patient care by rounding with staff, patients and family.Actively sets priorities, adjusting to unscheduled situations.Evaluate work completed in department matches billed exam. Reschedule patients if necessary to ensure correct billing and educate staff on issues/errors.Complete tasks and assigned duties in a timely manner as directed by Lead/Supervisor.Demonstrate timely and proficient add-on exam management.Treats customers and co-workers with dignity and respect.Cooperates with initiatives to improve work processes.Keeps abreast of new developments in field, discipline, or functional area.Cross cover in other areas of the department as work volumes and staffing fluctuations occur.nnFinancial accountabilitySupports organizational cost containment.Takes initiative in utilizing time effectively and appropriately.nnPACS and SYNAPSEAccurately selects Sharp Healthcare medical record number (Patient) and exam from worklist.Send images from scanner to synapse.Ensure images crossed over to Synapse for Radiologist review.nnPatient and family educationProvides pre and post procedure education and reassurance to include but not limited to: What the procedure is, how long it is going to take, physician involved, contrast administration and mode of delivery, positioning, instructions related to procedure, the report, patient satisfaction form.Interacts and communicates in a manner to reflect an understanding of the patient's age, culture, state of health, level of comprehension.Communicates and interacts with the patient's family in a way that is perceived positive and supportive while maintaining patient confidentiality.nnQuality assuranceMaintain AM/PM temperature logs when required.Perform daily QC as required by ACR standards and any additional QC as directed by CT/MR Lead.Notifies service of any system problems and or issues.nnQuality of careVerifies patient identification and pregnancy status through the use of double identifiers (name and DOB) - 5 Keys to Success #1.Assists Radiologist in procedures while practicing sterile techniques to prevent cross-contamination.Implements, efficient and therapeutic care.Performs proper procedure on proper patient.Demonstrates knowledge of universal precautions and sterile techniques.Uses special needs resources (translation, phone services) to communicate with customers that speak another language or have hearing/speech disorders.Assists in the training of new hire employees and cross training of existing employees.nnQuality of examsDemonstrates commitment to quality and operational excellence through creativity, seeking continuous improvement and initiating breakthroughs.Anticipates change and demonstrates flexibility in work practices.Effectively makes timely decisions focused on performance and results.Ensures optimal image QA.Understands and applies appropriate MRI imaging techniques and protocols prior to commencing procedure.Positions according to department imaging protocols.Labels and identifies studies correctly using correct anatomical orientation through system software.Uses imaging equipment proficiently.Uses imaging agents (contrast) according to protocol.Reviews requests for special instructions prior to commencing the procedure.nnSafetyFollows departmental Safety Policies and Procedures regarding one's personal protection and patient safety.Maintain a safe work environment.Troubleshoot potential and actual problems both internal and external to the department.nnSharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class.nn#FJ