MRI Liaison - Imaging MRI - Days

Part Time

Days

Tuesday 3:30-9, Thursday 3:30-9, Saturday 7a-7p

General Summary

Provides coordination for all MRI patients between the time of exam scheduling and completion of exam. Serves as a liaison between MRI staff and providers. Works under the general supervision of the technical team of the department. This position assists the technologist in all non-technical aspects of imaging examinations including but not limited to assisting with the movement of patients, positioning, recording histories, documentation of imaging procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

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  Collaborates with physicians, nurses and MRI staff in the early identification of potential exam order issues. Obtains valid orders, either verbally or by fax, to allow for timely continuation of care. Communicates clearly and follows up on open issues in a timely manner.

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  Correctly identifies patients through obtaining and verifying thorough and accurate data and documents.

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  Ensures completion of patient's medical and MRI safety screening prior to presentation for exam.

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  Verifies insurance authorization is in place prior to patient presentation for exam.

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  Provides MRI staff with medical and environmental information pertinent to patient's current illness and exam requested (i.e. medical implants, claustrophobia, special needs).

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  Ensures patient is scheduled on appropriate magnet considering implantable devices, body habitus and/or claustrophobia.

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  Consults the MRI Safety Physicist in the event of any questionable implants, devices or additional MRI safety concerns.

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  Demonstrates basic and updated MRI safety knowledge.

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  Maintains a thorough and current knowledge of MRI services and external vendors for coordination of seamless care.

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  Provides referring physician patient education information and direction to on-line resources.

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  Consults with the MRI Team Leader or Lead Technologists for recommendations of other care options, as indicated, in the event the patient may not meet criteria for an MRI.

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Required for All Jobs:

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  Performs other related duties as identified.

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  WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the department, and the compliance program.

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  WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient information and the business and operational information of the organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational information.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

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• High School Diploma or GED Required
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Work Experience:

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• 1 year Relevant experience Required
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Licenses:

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• Heartsaver CPR/AED within 180 days Required
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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  Excellent communications/interpersonal skills.

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  Communication and relationship-building skills.

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  Strong customer service and organizational skills.

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Benefits Offered:

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  Comprehensive health benefits

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  Flexible spending and health savings accounts

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  Retirement savings plan

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  Paid time off (PTO)

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  Short-term disability

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  Education assistance

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  Financial education and support, including DailyPay

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  Wellness and Wellbeing programs

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  Caregiver support via Wellthy

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  Childcare referral service via Wellthy

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Quality of Life

Founded in 1741, the city of York is considered by many as the first capital of the United States. The Articles of Confederation were signed by the Second Continental Congress here in 1777. Its beautifully restored historic district is an architectural treasure. While York retains its farming and manufacturing heritage, at its heart York is a thriving cultural community that has attracted creative talent and innovative entrepreneurial investors from across the nation.

Life in York County offers affordable housing, options for higher education, a thriving arts and cultural community, historical attractions, parks and recreational resources, semi-professional baseball team, fine dining and more - within an easy drive of major East Coast cities.

York County residents can find local employment in healthcare, manufacturing, technology, agricultural and service sectors. (Patient population: 445,000)

WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.