Competently operates magnetic resonance (MR) equipment used to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures. Procedures include routine musculoskeletal, neurological and orthopedic imaging, arthrogram, neurological angiography, body imaging, and small joint imaging. Obtains medical history from patients, compares requisitions to physician's orders to ensure ordere

Performs procedures or examinations under the order of a licensed medical practitioner for diagnostic interpretation. Prepares patient for procedures. Provides patient instruction to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety. Applies principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self and others. Selects and operates the magnetic

Assists the department coordinator by providing clinical leadership; completes projects, advanced level clinical duties and regular assignments as requested. Performs diagnostic radiographic, portable, c arm and fluoroscopic procedures. Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available to the radiologist and provider.

Operates magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner to obtain filmed images for use by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. Positions patients of all age groups for procedures, assists in sedations and prepares non magnetic contrast media, operates scanner to visualize pathologies. Select appropriate scanning parameters to optimize images obtained and r

Ensures all exams are ordered correctly in HIS/RIS, charged and tracked accurately. Communicates with patient before procedure, explains risks and what can be expected; communicates during procedure to monitor safety and comfort. Obtains complete patient history for radiologist to assist in rendering results. Enters data such as type of scan, selects proper transducer and

Ensures all exams are ordered correctly in HIS/RIS, charged and tracked accurately. Communicates with patient before procedure, explains risks and what can be expected; communicates during procedure to monitor safety and comfort. Obtains complete patient history for radiologist to assist in rendering results. Enters data such as type of scan, selects proper transducer and

Licenses & Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providerscertification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required. Degrees High School Graduate. Required Functional Experience No experience required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Competent in IV insertion a

Provides care to Advocate Heart Institute patients under the supervision of an RN, APN and/or physicians within established department policies and procedures. 5)Transports specimens to the lab as necessary and within a timely manner. 1)Performs EKG's and applies Event monitors, following established procedures. 6)Provides for the special needs and behaviors of specific a

At the direction of a radiologist and/or other providers, prepares patients, performs imaging procedures and operates imaging equipment. Performs diagnostic studies according to specific guidelines and prescribed protocols while utilizing appropriate radiation protection measures. Adheres to organizational customer service standards and supports the organizational excelle

Performs all modalities of adult echocardiography including transthoracic (2D) imaging, echo imaging with bubble study, pharmacologic echo, trans esophageal echo, and treadmill stress echo. Competent performing studies utilizing echo contrast. Competent evaluating study images as acquired & able to adapt image acquisition obtaining optimal quality study per ICAEL standard

Supports imaging technologists with preparation of patient and examination room prior to, during, and following imaging procedures in accordance with established infection control practices. Organizes and prepares exam rooms and work areas, including cleaning, stocking, and maintaining equipment. Verifies patient identification using two identifiers and communicates with

Coordinates and facilitates a system approach to common imaging functions; specific initiatives include infrastructure, collaborative operations, compliance, medical staff partnerships, strategic planning, capital budget coordination, freestanding imaging strategy, Radiation Safety Coordination, Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), Transcription and cost red

Positioning and immobilization of patients and proper selection of protocols along with computer reformatting of acquired data to obtain magnetic resonance scans of optimal diagnostic quality. Responsible for securing pertinent history from patient, patient's chart, or family member to provide the radiologist with adequate information for exam interpretation and to ensure

Prepares and scrubs in to sterile field to directly assist physician performing diagnostic or interventional procedures and maintains strict adherence to principles of asepsis. Assesses individual patient to determine appropriate procedure protocol and method of application for optimal imaging during specific procedural type. Employs imaging systems and accessory devices

Administers Radiation Therapy treatments in compliance with physician prescription and treatment plan. Maintains accurate treatment records. Assists the physician in localizing tumor volumes utilizing CT Simulator Participates in oncall rotation Performs and records daily and weekly QA machine checks. Assists in the orientation and education of patients regarding treatmen