Lead MRI Technologist

HCA Healthcare; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Education support

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Chippenham Hospital, a facility of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Lead MRI Technologist to perform high-quality MRI studies and ensure adherence to established scanning protocols. Responsibilities include operating MRI safely, screening for contraindications, performing Meditech and PACS tasks, maintaining room readiness, and administering IV contrast when needed.

You will provide patient-centered care, review exams for technical accuracy, assist with PACS cleanup, uphold strict confidentiality,

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved Radiologic Technology program and ARRT/ARMRIT licensure timeframe.
• Maintains CPR certification and continuing education requirements.
• Proficient in MRI protocols, safety standards and patient screening.
• Responds to orders and completes accurate documentation in hospital systems.

Responsibilities

• Obtain quality MRI images following established protocols.
• Operate MRI safely and screen for contraindications; ensure patient safety.
• Perform Meditech and PACS tasks; verify orders and charges.
• Provide professional, courteous patient care throughout procedures.
• Prepare exam rooms, monitor supplies, and maintain cleanliness.
• Administer IV access and contrast agents when indicated.
• Review exams for technical accuracy and document in PACS.
• Assist PACS Administrator with cleanup and archival tasks.
• Complete required educational activities and maintain confidentiality.
• Provide leadership to facility staff and assist MRI Supervisor with daily tasks.

Skills

MRI imaging

MRI safety

PACS operations

Patient care

Room prep

IV administration

PACS verification

PACS cleanup

Education maintenance

Confidentiality

Leadership

Education

AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology

Tools

Meditech

PACS

Job description

Lead MRI Technologist

Hourly Wage Estimate: $36.90 - $55.35 / hour

Learn more about the benefits offered ( https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards ) for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Job Summary and Qualifications

What qualifications you will need:

• Obtains quality MRI images of patients. Demonstrates competence in following established scanning protocols and exercises ability to adjust protocols as required.
• Complies with MRI safety guidelines for patient and self, utilizes protective equipment when appropriate. Operates MRI scanner safely and competently. Ensures patient safety by screening for contraindications such as, but not limited to, cardiac pacemakers, sheet metal fragments, shrapnel, jewelry, wallet, metal prosthesis, etc.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform all necessary computer operations (i.e. Meditech and PACS). Ensure proper charges are entered and referring physicians orders are verified.
• Renders patient care in a professional and courteous manner.
• Prepares examination rooms for MRI procedures. Monitors inventory of supplies during room rotation and maintain room cleanliness and neat appearance.
• Proficient in obtaining IV access and administering contrast agents.
• Reviews each exam for technical accuracy (i.e. technical quality, anatomical positioning, annotation, etc.) and completes verification process in PACS.
• Assists PACS Administrator and MRI Supervisor with PACS clean up. ie: unarchived images, unspecified, etc.
• Completes and maintains educational requirements.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding employees and patient information according to Policy and Procedure
• Provides leadership to facility staff, assisting MRI Supervisor with the daily operational tasks associated with MRI services.

Education

• Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology. Responsible for continuing education credits as mandated by the ARRT for licensure. - Required

Licensure/Certification

• American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) within six months of hire (required)
• ARRT- MRI Technologist OR ARMRIT within twelve months of hire (required)
• Current CPR certification (required)

Benefits

Chippenham Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Chippenham Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1972, giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our 460+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities located on the Southside of Richmond. We are the region's first choice for orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health and cardiovascular care. The Joint Commission awarded Chippenham Hospital the Gold Seal of Approval and named us a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for advanced primary stroke, heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, perinatal care, hip and knee replacement and surgical care. We are also a Level I Burn Center and Level I Trauma Center.

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HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

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