CT / MRI Technologist

Job Description

• Performs all requested CT/MRI examinations per American Hospital Dubai and Medical Imaging Department guidelines.
• Maintains the daily operations of the CT/MRI scanner, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and Quality Assessment (QA).
• Assists the licensed independent practitioner in the completion of diagnostic, therapeutic, interventional, and fusion CT/MRI procedures.
• Performs CT/MRI procedures, which include instructing and manipulating patients, selecting techniques, and calibrating equipment, to obtain high-quality images. 
• Schedules patients for CT/MRI examinations if required.
• Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures and arranges patient priorities to accommodate them in conjunction with Radiologist instructions.
• Works closely with the radiologists to cater for all procedural needs and requirements
• Observes all safety measures in the specialized areas (e.g. Radiation/MRI safety screening form).
• Reviews the request and previous studies before performing the examination.
• Cleans, stocks, and checks the operation of equipment and accessory devices for safety daily in rostered areas.
• Cleans and tidies rooms at the end of all shifts.
• Maintains a high standard of medical ethics and is self-motivated to increase the level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve.
• Uses cognitive CT/MRI skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic information and images. 
• Uses independent judgment during the CT/MRI exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings. 
• Analyses and synthesizes CT/MRI information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
• Coordinates work schedule with the Team Lead and schedules desk to ensure workload coverage.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, and mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the CT/MRI environment care.
• Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all interrelating hospitals, and referrals.
• Coordinates with other staff to ensure appropriate patient care is provided.
• Addresses problems of patient care as they arise and makes decisions to appropriately resolve the problems. 
• Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required.
• Reports equipment failures to the appropriate Team Lead or staff member. 
• Provides in-service education team on requirements of CT/MRI procedures as requested by other members of the health care team.
• Responds promptly and positively to patients, families, co-workers, and all others in a respectful, courteous, and confidential manner.
• Selects appropriate imaging acquisition with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
• Maintains post-processing digital data for display or hard copy records and ensures proper identification is evident.
• Verifies informed consent for applicable procedures.
• Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures. 
• Prepares patients for procedures.
• Applies principles of As-Low-As-Reasonably-Achievable (ALARA) to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Performs venepuncture as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Performs intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Identifies, prepares, and administers contrast as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner. 
• Evaluates images for technical quality and ensures proper identification is recorded. 
• Identifies and responds to emergencies.
• Assists the Chief Of Medical Imaging or Technical Director with the coordination of the Departmental Quality Improvement and Education Programs.
• Participates in staff meetings and unit projects, and implements and evaluates creative approaches to meeting goals.
• Performs and monitors safety checks on patients, employees, and visitors to comply with the safety regulations in the MRI suite.
• Assists with follow-up of Incidents/Accidents and Patient Complaints as directed by the Chief Of Medical Imaging or CT Supervisor.
• Keeps equipment and work area clean and hygienic by disinfecting machines and accessories regularly and keeping food and drinks away from work areas – personal items out of sight.
• Prepares, administers, and documents activities related to contrast per state and federal regulations or lawful institutional policy. 
• Participates in quality improvement processes and continually assesses their professional performance.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of the latest trends in the field of expertise.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.