MRI Tech

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 4,614,000 - 7,427,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain HealthCare Inc. seeks an Imaging Technologist to operate imaging equipment under radiologist direction at St James Hospital in Montana. You will access patient records, educate patients on procedures, and ensure safety and quality during imaging tests.

The role requires ARRT certification, Montana licensure or eligibility, and BLS. The position offers full-time hours with 8- to 10-hour shifts and rotating call, on-site at St James Hospital.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or diploma from a two-year college or technical school, or 6 months to 1 year related experience.
• Current ARRT certification and Montana licensure or eligibility; BLS; additional modality cert within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate imaging equipment to produce quality images under radiologist direction.
• Access and update patient records accurately in hospital EMR systems.
• Educate patients on imaging procedures and radiation safety to reduce anxiety.
• Position patients, use immobilization devices, and obtain optimal views as directed.
• Administer contrast media per Radiologist/Pharmacy guidelines.
• Maintain radiation safety, infection control, and ongoing quality assurance.

Skills

ARRT (R) certification

BLS certification

Montana licensure or eligibility

Education

Associate's degree or diploma in radiologic technology

Job description

Job Description:

An Imaging Technologist utilizes knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, computer technology, basic patient care and assessment techniques, radiation physics and biology, radiation protection, magnetic field protection and safety, and medical terminology to operate imaging equipment to produce quality images of the body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by a Radiologist, and by performing the following duties.

Posting Specifics

Shift Details : Full-time (36 hours), 8-10 hour shifts, rotating call Unit/Location: St. James Hospital

Additional Details:

Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.

Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible?

What does it mean to be a caregiver with Intermountain?

• Ability to appropriately access, manage and accurately update patient medical records through Hospital Electronic Medical Record Information Systems.
• Input Physician’s orders appropriately to patient’s records
• Maintains patient confidentiality as outlined by privacy and HIPAA guidelines.
• Practices according to the ARRT Standards of Ethics
• Educates, interviews, screens and explains imaging and safety procedures to patients regarding the biological effects of radiation and/or magnetic field protection and safety prior to beginning any imaging procedure to reduce anxiety and obtain patient cooperation.
• Positions patient on imaging table and utilizes immobilization devices as warranted for safety or to obtain optimum views of specified areas of the body as requested by a Physician and following protocols developed by a Radiologist.
• Administers contrast media orally or in intravenous administration according to Radiologist and/or Pharmacy guidelines
• Monitors patient during procedures either through direct contact, by the use of two-way voice communication or through control room window and/or closed circuit TV screen.
• Practices universal safety precautions, radiation protection techniques and magnetic field education to minimize exposure to patient, self and staff.
• Performs and provides evidence of ongoing quality assurance activities and collaborates and participates in quality review with others to evaluate the quality of care, performance and patient satisfaction (HCAPPS Survey and Radiologist/Physician Orders)
• Fiscally responsible for supply ordering according to established par and budget levels and the posting of correct procedure charges.
• Participates in and ensures continuing education activities as supported and value-added to the current position are continually completed to maintain competency and quality of patient care.
• Complete position specific competencies annually.
• Provides input in the evaluation of diagnostic imaging students in a timely, fair and objective manner according to established performance criteria.
• May be required to float to other departments (within scope of competency and qualifications) based on business need.
• May be required to be placed on-call during a regularly scheduled shift.

The list below is considered to be essential functions of your position and all associates are expected to meet the following in their day to day work:

• Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
• Be available to work overtime, if needed.
• Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
• Be respectful of all with whom you interact and follow the SCL Health Service Behaviors.
• Be well groomed and dressed appropriately for your role.
• Be in compliance with the drug and alcohol policies.
• Be sufficiently rested to perform your duties throughout the period assigned.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn.
• Be able to communicate clearly, think clearly and concentrate on assigned tasks.
• Follows all applicable hospital policies and procedures.
• Follows policies and procedures for infection control and facility safety in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• Follows “Patients’ Rights Policy” at all times.
• Demonstrates knowledge of information management as appropriate.

Non CertifiedRequired:

• Non CertifiedRequired:Associate’s degree (AA) or diploma from a two-year college or technical school or minimum 6 months related experience and/or training.
• ARRT (R)Additional Certification in at least one other modality within 18 months of hireBLS
• within
• 60 days of hireCurrent Montana LicensureAbility to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CertifiedRequired:

• CertifiedRequired:Associate's degree or diploma from two-year College or technical school; or 6 months to 1 year of related experience and/or training.
• Current ARRT certificationCurrent Montana State Licensure or eligibility to obtainCurrent BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart AssociationAdditional certification, within 18 months of hireOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• - and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency.
• -and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift and carry supplies and equipment. Typical Includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc)- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:St James HospitalWork City:ButteWork State:MontanaScheduled Weekly Hours:36The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$33.49 - $53.91We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

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