Clinical Apprentice-MRI Tech -Primary Pathway- Duke University Hospital

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Clinical Apprentice-MRI Tech Primary Pathway-Duke University Hospital

General Description of the Job Class

Under the direct supervision of a certified sonographer, radiologic technologist, or technologist, perform a variety of specialized tasks involved in the performance of medical imaging exams and procedures. This role supports individuals who are enrolled in an approved educational program in their chosen imaging discipline.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

• Perform specialized tasks associated with the operation of imaging equipment and related devices in accordance with prescribed safety procedures.
• Position patients for imaging exams using appropriate positioning devices and protective equipment.
• Conduct exams accurately per established protocols, policy, and patient safety standards.
• Assist certified sonographers, technologists, and radiologists with imaging exams and procedures, including patient preparation and contrast administration, if applicable.
• Evaluate images for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure, and appropriately label and transmit to the Image Archival System.
• Schedule patients for exams and procedures; assist with clerical functions.
• Charge exams, procedures, and supplies in the EHR.
• Dispense and/or order contrast for imaging exams, if applicable.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Provide care for the psychological and physical needs of patients and their families during imaging procedures.
• Demonstrate proficiency in IV placement for contrast administration, if applicable.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein.

Note: DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging Services, including a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities across the health system.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Experience:

Level I: Candidates are required to be enrolled in an approved educational program in their chosen imaging discipline.

Level II: Candidates must be actively enrolled in an approved educational program in the imaging discipline they wish to pursue and have completed at least 750

clinical hours or one-half of the required competencies or clinical hours required for certification; whichever is greater.

Level III: Candidates must be actively enrolled in an approved educational program in the imaging discipline they wish to pursue and have completed at least 2,000 clinical hours, or three-quarters of the required competencies or clinical hours required for certification; whichever is greater.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification:

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Pre-requisite coursework-acceptance into a MRI program

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to perform imaging procedures under supervision, effective communication and organizational skills, and commitment to patient safety and care. Completion of Nurse Aide course preferred.

Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level

This job description outlines representative duties and responsibilities and is not a comprehensive list. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Essential Physical Job Functions

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends onthe robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.