Job Description
JOB SUMMARY (overview of job):
+ Performs proper safety screening for contraindications to MRI and/or contrast media and other medications.
+ Researches patient implants to confirm safety and works closely with the radiologist, in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications, to determine safe scan parameters.
+ Ensures auditory safety of the patient during examination.
+ Implements measures to prevent burns to patients (change patient’s into MRI approved attire, provide padding between patient and bore, reduce skin to skin contact, ensure absence of cable loops.
+ Verifies patient identification and the procedure requested or prescribed.
+ Correctly interprets doctors’ scanning instructions.
+ Verifies patient’s pregnancy status.
+ Reviews lab values prior to medication administration.
+ Explains effects and potential side effects of medications.
+ Start IV and administer IV contrast when necessary for exam.
+ Monitors patient for reaction to medicati...
+ Performs proper safety screening for contraindications to MRI and/or contrast media and other medications.
+ Researches patient implants to confirm safety and works closely with the radiologist, in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications, to determine safe scan parameters.
+ Ensures auditory safety of the patient during examination.
+ Implements measures to prevent burns to patients (change patient’s into MRI approved attire, provide padding between patient and bore, reduce skin to skin contact, ensure absence of cable loops.
+ Verifies patient identification and the procedure requested or prescribed.
+ Correctly interprets doctors’ scanning instructions.
+ Verifies patient’s pregnancy status.
+ Reviews lab values prior to medication administration.
+ Explains effects and potential side effects of medications.
+ Start IV and administer IV contrast when necessary for exam.
+ Monitors patient for reaction to medicati...