Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist - Imaging MRI - PRN

CHRISTUS Health; Alamogordo (NM); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 70.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

CHRISTUS Health in New Mexico seeks an MRI Technologist for per diem shifts across campuses. You will perform a broad range of MRI procedures, support fellow technologists, and help maintain patient throughput while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include QA participation, image processing, PACS filing, and collaboration with radiologists and physicians. On-site work with flexible scheduling and campus mobility.

Formación

• Graduated from an accredited school of Radiology Technology or equivalent.
• 1 year hospital or clinical experience preferred.
• BLS certification required; ARRT or ARMRIT MR license within 1 year of hire.

Responsabilidades

• Performs routine and advanced MRI imaging procedures.
• Ensures exams are stored in PACS and follows downtime procedures as PACS Superuser.
• Assists radiologists and referring physicians to improve throughput and patient flow.
• Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Participates in QA and ongoing education and safety initiatives.

Conocimientos

MRI proficiency

PACS knowledge

Basic computer skills

Educación

Radiology Technologist degree

Herramientas

PACS

Descripción del empleo

Description

Summary: The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, will provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and help to facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The MRI Technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The Technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. Expectation to participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within their scope of licensure. The incumbent must be able to provide basic MRI screening of patients and employees, prepare maintenance and repairs, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to MRI safety. The Technologist will adhere to, and maintain, the expected imaging competencies as outlined by management. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
• Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
• Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment.
• Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
• Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
• Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
• Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the Manager’s license(s), certification(s), and/or documented competencies.
• Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
• Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
• Ability to follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and elevate problem(s) to the PACS administrator or Designee if needed.
• Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel; does appropriate follow-up.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education/Skills

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required

Experience

• 1 year of experience in a hospital or Clinical setting preferred
• Basic computer experience required

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) from ARRT or ARMRIT is required within 1 year of hire
• State Licensure required if in New Mexico
• MRT by MIRTP NMED
• BLS required

Work Schedule

Varies

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed

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