MRI Safety Technician - MRI (Morning Shift)

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks a dedicated MR safety screener to support safe MRI procedures. You will screen patients for contraindications, monitor during scans, and help ensure a secure MR environment for patients and staff.

The role requires a high school diploma, strong professionalism, and the ability to communicate well with patients and colleagues. CPR certification is preferred, with healthcare experience considered an asset.

Qualifications

• High school graduate, preferred enrollment in healthcare field.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Healthcare setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen for contraindications and monitor patients during MR procedures.
• Maintain MR safety by preventing ferrous object entry into Zone 3 and using detectors as needed.
• Follow radiology and safety policies and uphold customer service for patients and staff.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal and department guidelines.

Skills

Professionalism

Rapport building

Patient interaction

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

Schedule: Monday to Friday Between 7 am to 2 pm 2 to 3 times a week.

Job Description Summary

Ensures safety of patients and staff during MRI procedures by screening and monitoring for contraindications and maintaining equipment.

Job Description: Essential Functions

Maintains security around the entrance to each magnet. Ensures that no person enters Zone 3 without proper screening for ferrous objects. Uses metal detection devices as warranted to detect ferrous objects. Actively participates in the responsibility for MR safety of each patient and other employees. Follows Radiation, MR, and general safety policies. Complies with radiology, state, federal, and other regulatory guidelines, and policies. Represents the department’s customer service focus for both internal and external contacts.

Education Requirement

High school graduate, required. Currently enrolled in healthcare related field of study, preferred.

Licensure Requirement

(not specified)

Certifications

Current CPR Certification, preferred.

Skills

High level of professionalism and ability to establish good rapport with patients and staff.

Experience

Healthcare or clinical experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• OCCASIONALLY:
  • Bend/twist
  • Biohazard waste
  • Chemicals/Medications
  • Computer skills
  • Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning
  • Interpreting Data
  • Lifting / Carrying 0-10 lbs
  • Lifting / Carrying 11-20 lbs
  • Lifting / Carrying 21-40 lbs
  • Lifting / Carrying 41-60 lbs
  • Loud Noises
  • Patient Equipment
  • Pushing / Pulling 0-25 lbs
  • Pushing / Pulling 100 lbs or greater with assistance
  • Pushing / Pulling 26-40 lbs
  • Pushing / Pulling 41-60 lbs
  • Pushing / Pulling 61-100 lbs
  • Reaching above shoulder
  • Repetitive hand/arm use
• FREQUENTLY:
  • Blood and/or Bodily Fluids
  • Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens
  • Decision Making
  • Problem solving
• CONTINUOUSLY:
  • Audible speech
  • Color vision
  • Depth perception
  • Hearing acuity
  • Peripheral vision
  • Seeing - Far/near
  • Sitting
  • Squat/kneel
  • Standing
  • Walking

Additional Physical Requirements

Performed but not listed above: Move or Reposition patients of any weigh/size With assistance of another person and/or equipment Occasionally (0-37%).

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EOE

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

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