Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist

SSM Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shifts

Job summary

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital seeks an MRI Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging, including advanced MRI techniques, under radiologist direction.

Minimum MR program completion or ARRT MR certification eligibility is required, with BLS and safety focus. Weekend shifts and teamwork with the radiology department are essential to ensure high quality patient care.

Qualifications

• MR experience with various MR equipment; ARRT MR certification or eligibility.
• BLS certification required; MR certification pursued if not yet earned.
• Commitment to safety, infection control and patient privacy.

Responsibilities

• Perform magnetic resonance imaging examinations as assigned.
• Follow department policies, safety and infection control standards.
• Prepare documentation and use hospital/radiology systems per policy.

Skills

MRI technology

Patient care

Safety and infection control

BLS

ARRT MR Certification eligible

Education

High school

Associate degree preferred

MR program graduate

Tools

MR equipment

Hospital/Radiology system

Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling

MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand

Worker Type

Regular

Job Highlights

Weekend Program

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Radiologist, Director, and Manager performs diagnostic medical imaging by magnetic resonance including Cardiac MRI, Interoperative MRI or invasive procedures.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements

Position Accountabilities and Performance Criteria (Percent of Time)

Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria:

Position Accountabilities

• 1) Performs magnetic resonance imaging examinations. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) 40%
• 2) Observes establishes departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program safety, environmental and infection control standards. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8) 2%
• 3) Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department. (5, 6) 3%
• 4) Uses Hospital/Radiology system according to established policy. (3,5,6) 3%
• 5) Follows hospital and radiology policies: handles bio-hazardous waste appropriately, and follows safety and infection control policies. (5,6,8) 2%
• 6) Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and infection control policies. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 5%
• 7) Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous, and respectful manner. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 5%
• 8) Performance Improvement (QI): Incorporates Quality Assessment into one’s daily work. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 5%
• 9) Age Appropriate Care: Provides age-appropriate care to: ___x__Infant __x___Child __x___Adolescent __x___Adult __x___Geriatric
• 10) Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury. (1, 2, 4, 5, 8) <1%
• 11) Uses communication effectively with others, medical staff, co-workers and patients. (5, 6) 5%
• 12) Participates in continuing education. (5, 6) 2%
• 13) Attends meetings as required and participates committees as directed. (2, 6) 1%
• 14) Explain procedures and provide information to customers. (2, 6) 2%
• 15) Present self professionally. (6) 2%
• 16) Maintains environment conductive to good customer relations. (5, 6) 5%
• 17) Respect customer privacy and confidentiality. (2, 5, 6) 5%
• 18) Improve the waiting experience. (2, 6) 5%
• 19) Respond quickly to requests and complaints. (2, 6) 3%
• 20) Demonstrates practices of teamwork. (2, 6) 5%

DISCLAIMER: Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Rationale for Essential Functions

1) The performance of this function is the reason the job exists.

2) There are limited employees among whom the performance of this function can be distributed.

3) This function occupies a great deal of the employee’s time.

4) This function is highly specialized. Employees are hired for the skill/ability to perform this function.

5) Failure to perform this function may have serious consequences.

6) The function was performed by past employees and is performed by current employees.

7) Exposure to blood borne pathogens that require the use of protective equipment.

8) Exposure to tuberculosis that requires the use of protective equipment.

Job Specifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High school, Associates degree preferred or Graduate of Accredited MR program and MR Certification eligible

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Must have applicable MR experience with various advanced magnetic resonance imaging equipment, 1-3 years MR experience in a level 1 trauma facility preferred, previous academic facility experience preferred

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: BLS, ARRT, additional certification in MR preferred or Graduate of Accredited MR program. Those without ARRT and Graduates of an accredited MR program will be given twelve (12) months to obtain the MR certification as a condition of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to blood and body fluid.
• Exposure to blood borne pathogens and other biological hazards.
• Subject to varying or unpredictable situations.
• Occasionally subject to irregular hours.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
• Ability to lift, push and pull 100 plus pounds
• Ability to move transfer patients.
• Ability to deal with strenuous and physical activity daily in lifting, pulling, pushing, patients, radiographic equipment cassettes and/or supplies.

Employee _____________________________________________ Date _____________

Manager _____________________________________________ Date _____________

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. An individual working in their job classification must also perform specific tasks upon request by supervisor personnel. Furthermore, the duties and responsibilities for this job classification are subject to change at the discretion of the medical center.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin
• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• And
• ARRT-MR Magnetic Resonance Imaging - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Work Shift

Weekend Shift (United States of America)

Job Type

Employee

Department

4201000037 MRI

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.