Focus Staff - Oakland, CA
posted about 2 months ago
Focus Staff is currently seeking a highly motivated and energetic Licensed MRI Technologist for a contract assignment in Oakland, CA. This position is temporary, lasting for 13 weeks, and involves a rotating shift schedule of 5x8 hours. The ideal candidate will support a friendly, positive, and professional environment while demonstrating exceptional efficiency and attention to detail. As an MRI Technologist, you will operate magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce cross-sectional images of patients' bodies for diagnostic purposes. You will work under the direction of the Chief of Radiology and the Imaging Services Director, utilizing your judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care through efficient and safe processes. In this role, you will perform patient studies according to established protocols, which includes placing specified coils close to the area of interest. You will be responsible for operating imaging and other equipment devices to provide quality diagnostic services, including keying commands to specify scan sequences into the computer, adjusting transmitters and receivers, and entering data on the camera's keyboard to photograph images. Additionally, you will interview patients to explain MRI procedures, addressing their concerns with tact, courtesy, and poise. Ensuring the safety of both patients and staff is paramount, which includes explaining safety protocols, requesting the removal of hazardous metal objects, and monitoring patients via closed-circuit TV. You will also have the opportunity to orient and train new hires, MRI Technologists, students, and trainees, contributing to a collaborative and educational work environment.