Lead MRI Technologist

Georgetown Community Hospital

Full Time | Wed-Fri 8a-8p |

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Georgetown Community Hospital is an acute care hospital with 75-beds offering a broad range of inpatient, outpatient, intensive care, surgical, emergency and diagnostic services. From our bariatrics to women's services to radiology, we have a wide range of services serve our community.

Where We Are:

Georgetown is a small town bursting with charm in the midst of Kentucky Horse Country and is the true birthplace of bourbon. We are proud to be Kentucky's fastest growing city and home to a diverse list of adventures for all including petting a thoroughbred champion, feeling the thunder of a new engine roar to life, and strolling along a bustling Victorian-era downtown with architectural charm and locally-owned shops, restaurants, craft breweries and a bourbon distillery.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Options for accident, critical illness, long-term, short-term, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Free Parking
• And much more€¦

Position Summary:

Essential Functions

Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.

When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.

Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.

Prepares equipment and supplies.

Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.

Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.

Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

Conducts annual performance evaluations on all personnel according to the established time frame.

Maintains the MRI employee schedule and coordinates with the other modality supervisors/senior technologists to ensure that there are no conflicts with staffing.

Initiates counseling and disciplinary action in a timely and supportive manner.

Manages the workflow of the department to ensure the completion of work assignments.

Recommends and manages equipment repair, supply procurement, and equipment modification.

Maintains adequate inventory of all required supplies.

Works with radiologists to set standards of quality in techniques, procedures and patient care.

Educator on MRI safety and educate staff as needed.

Screens all patients for any indwelling metal or devices, implants in the patient's body.

Nonessential Functions

Demonstrates knowledge of institutional regulations regarding patient care, fire and safety, infection control, disaster plans and emergency codes and procedures according to departmental procedure.

Participates in the clinical activities of the department.

Assists in quality assurance programs as requested to enhance job knowledge and understanding.

Contributes to the effective management of the department.

Participates actively in departmental and hospital councils, committees and task forces.

Will perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Education

Associate's Degree required

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications:

BLS required

Licenses: ARTT required, additional certification in MRI required.

Computer: Basic computer skills

Minimum Work Experience

3-5 years experience as a MRI tech required.

2-4 years leadership experience highly preferred

EEOC Statement:

Georgetown Community Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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