Advance Radiology (Rad Net) Work Values

Daily Duties at Advance Radiology (Rad Net):

Treats patients and customers with courtesy and respect. Calls referring physician when in doubt or with questions as necessary. (i.e. Equipment is operable and all supplies are readily available). · Understands and uses TR, TE, flip angel, slice thickness, acquisitions, field of view and other adjustments and factors on the equipment in order to produce high quality images. · Checks patient histories and has patient sign waiver, if necessary. · Ensures there is an exam order; if an order correction needs to be made, the technologist corrects the order with the referring physician’s approval, always maintaining compliance. · Properly documents patient history and exam information for radiologists’ interpretations · Administers venipuncture in a safe and effective manner (if applicable). · Consults with Radiologist when necessary to determine appropriate scanning procedure. · Puts patients at ease by explaining the procedure and responding to their questions/requests in a professional manner. · Handles delicate situations (fetal demise, cancerous pathology, etc.) in a supportive and empathetic manner (“good bedside manner”). · Practices universal medical precautions and properly disposes infectious materials into biohazard containers. · Assures patient safety by screening for metal objects and/or implants prior to the patient entering the MRI room. · Releases patient with proper follow-up information. · Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. · Respect rights of family members that are accompanying the patient. · Remains professional in all situations. · Follows MR protocols in conducting scan. · Demonstrates good judgment when correlating patient history and scanning protocols. Knows when to divert from routine scans and/or when to enlist assistance from radiologist to achieve high quality diagnostic images. · Monitors patient’s well being during scans; recognizes patient discomfort or medical problems and takes appropriate action. · Sends studies to reading stations for radiologist review, if applicable. · Assures proper film identification by use of appropriate markers and/or data entry of patient demographics. · Exercises sound judgment regarding image quality; determines when repeats are necessary. · Performs routine maintenance and ensures cleanliness of equipment and rooms on daily basis. · Maintains appropriately level of supplies. · Adheres to all OSHA regulations and RadNet practices and generally accepted safety protocols. · Recognizes emergency situations and perform emergency shutdown of gradient and/or main magnetic field (quench) when applicable..

What they like about Advance Radiology (Rad Net):

Working for a company with an emphasis on social values and helping society is a clear and important priority for you - a critical factor in who you choose to work for. In contrast to other factors, you place an organization's reputation for fairness and concern for the community above most other aspects of the company. As you search for a new job opportunity, it is usually possible to find out if the company is involved in the community and/or if it is addressing problems and issues in society. Pay special attention to non-profit organizations and those specifically involved in social action. Moreover, speaking with current and former employees should enlighten you to perceptions of the fairness of the company's leaders and the treatment of employees.

Tags

MRI Technologist, Management, supervisor, Manager/ MRI Technologist

Skills

MRI Technologies software, MS Office Suite

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