Acute MRI Technologist

Banner Health; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health's MRI team in Mesa, Arizona is seeking a flexible MRI technologist to cover afternoon/evening shifts, Monday–Friday, across Banner Baywood Medical Center and Banner Heart Hospital. You will operate 3T and 1.5T Siemens scanners, assuring high-quality imaging and patient care in a collaborative environment.

The role requires ARRT MRI certification (or equivalent NMTCB/ARDMS/ARMRIT), state licensure as applicable, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Requires ARRT certification and/or NMTCB/ARDMS/ARMRIT MRI modality credentials; state licensure as applicable; advance MRI certification within 18 months of hire; BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs prescribed MRI procedures by following orders; uses professional conduct and collaborates with team.
• Educates patients and families about procedures; ensures timely, accurate communication and care.
• Produces high-quality images and documents results for interpretation; maintains accurate records.
• Demonstrates competency in invasive/interventional MRI procedures where applicable; adheres to policies.
• Performs quality control on equipment and maintains a safe environment for patients and staff.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

ARRT Certification / MRI

Arizona State Licensure

Advance MRI certification within 18 months

Tools

Siemens MRI scanners

Job description

Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona Department Name: MRI-Hosp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Care.

Great careers are built at Banner Health. Our medical imaging and radiology team members play a key role in excellent patient care.

Location: 6644 E Baywood Avenue, Mesa AZ.

Schedule: Looking for a flexible technologist to work Monday- Friday to cover afternoon/evening hours. Call and holiday requirements. Call may vary at times depending on PTO/Team needs.

Day to day: Scanning inpatients, ED and outpatients on our 3T and 1.5T Siemens scanners. Team orientated, flexible, self-motivated, adapts well to change, dependable.

This position performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols at both Banner Baywood Medical Center and Banner Heart Hospital. This position ensures optimal care and treatment to our patient population.

We are looking for someone who embraces Banner's Core Values.

Banner Baywood Medical Center has served the growing East Valley for more than 30 years, and every day we work hard to provide the best care to our patients. Banner Baywood Medical Center is a 342 bed hospital serving the health care needs of the dynamic and growing East Valley communities of metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona. We provide complete acute care services and outpatient services to include but not limited to cancer, stroke, women's health, rehabilitation, emergency medicine and surgery. Our Emergency Department treats a variety of ailments and offers advanced treatment areas, with 68 beds, seeing over 50,000 patients per year. We are certified as pediatric prepared as well as designated as a Trauma level 3 emergency room. In addition, our comprehensive orthopedic unit is one of the nation’s premier orthopedic programs. The unit's commitment to excellent patient care has earned a 4 STAR rating by CMS and repeated recognition as having one of the Top 100 Orthopedic Programs in the U.S. by The Health Network and HCIA, Inc. Because we are also a leader in neurological medicine, people throughout Arizona come to us when they need treatment for conditions of the brain, spine and nervous system.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols.

This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.


• Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.


• Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.


• Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies if applicable.


• Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to safety policies.


• Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to the radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.


• Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.


• Independently performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients.


• Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team.


• External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or modality qualified licensure (NMTCB, ARDMS, ARMRIT). Licensure by the state regulatory agency, as applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in MRI required within 18 months of hire. BLS certification required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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