MRI Supervisor

Department:
Diagnostic Imaging

Schedule/Status:
7:30-4:00pm; Full Time

Standard Hours/Week:
40, with on call rotation

General Description:
The MRI Supervisor reports to the Director of Diagnostic Imaging and Cardiovascular Services or designee. The MRI Supervisor is responsible for the coordination of MRI procedures and care partners; provision of efficient and accurate images based on patient diagnosis and oversee the operations of the MRI Department. Responsible and accountable for department operations, fiscal/financial management, quality, service, environment of care/safety, risk management, and human resource management. Supports the organization's vision, mission, goals and values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides all aspects of Magnetic Resonance Imaging care based on established standards. Demonstrates Competencies in all procedures within the scope of practice, as appropriate to the ages of the patients served evidenced by the ability to obtain information and interpret information in terms of the patient's needs; knowledge of growth and development; and understanding of how to compensate for technical factors to provide an optimal clinical image for interpretation.
• Responsible for daily operations and management functions for area of responsibility. Daily prioritizes all Inpatients, Outpatients, and Emergency MRI procedures, as well as the Radiologists Invasive schedule as appropriate. Coordinates all aspects of the MRI program. Maintains cleanliness and general order of the MRI area. Responsible for the ordering / delegating of MRI supplies ensuring appropriate levels are maintained. Responsible for ensuring supplies ordered and the evaluation of all new products within MRI.
• Responsible for planning work schedules (i.e., On-Call, Daily and Weekend) for MRI Care Partners. Responsible for the selection, evaluation, discipline, termination, license verification and in-service education of responsible Care Partners. Ensures competency skills, testing is complete and evaluates MRI Care Partners during probationary and annual periods. Provides Diagnostic Imaging policy and procedure orientation as needed. Monitors MRI Care Partners for compliance and takes corrective action when necessary. Oversees students that rotate through the MRI Department.
• Administers contrast agents when appropriate using established departmental criteria and MRI guidelines for the correct agent, computer entry for charge capture and recognition of adverse patient reaction. Completes all necessary documentation related to contrast media use.
• Prepares, organizes and is responsible for the quality of all MRI examinations presented for interpretation by Radiologists. Completes accurate and timely PACS inputs.
• Responsible for completed and accurate charging of MRI procedures and related expenses. Monitors staff for compliance and takes corrective action when necessary.
• Interviews with patient, family members, nursing staff and physicians to collect pertinent information (patient history) to ensure an appropriate and efficient study.
• Maintains cleanliness and general order of MRI area. Responsible for the ordering of MRI contrast and other supplies ensuring appropriate levels are maintained.
• Responsible for training other radiologic technologists in MRI operations and oversee students rotating through the MRI Department.
• Collaborates with the radiologist to establish MRI protocols to optimize quality examinations. Reviews software updates by manufacturer.
• Educates the patient prior to performing the procedure and ensures patient questions are answered. Ensures patient and personnel safety within strong magnetic field by patient screening interview, staff in-services and competencies.
• Attends supervisory and staff meetings as appropriate and promotes the general professional attitude and objectives of the hospital to all patients, visitors, nursing, and medical staff.
• Knows fire, disaster and safety procedures and regulations as pertains to the work area.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Formal Education:

• Associate's Degree or other Two Year College equivalent required.

Work Experience:

• Greater than 2 years highly preferred

Required Licenses, Certifications, Registrations:

• MRI Registered through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists RT(MR)(ARRT) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) or RT(N)(MR)(ARRT) is required.
• BCLS through the American Heart Association required.
• Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer (MRSO) certification strongly preferred.

Full Time Benefits:
Eligible to participate in a number of PMC-sponsored benefits, including:

• Annual Accrual of 152 Personal Leave Bank (PLB) Hours
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Program
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance
• EAP, Flex Spending, Accident, Critical and Other Applicable Benefits

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