MRI Tech Mid-Shift | Radiology | Full Time

Singing River Healthcare Academy; Gulfport, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The MRI Technologist at Singing River Healthcare Academy performs and oversees MRI procedures, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accrediting standards. This role supports policy/procedure development and maintains equipment quality and inventory across the radiology department.

Candidates should be a graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program, be ARRT registered (MRI registry preferred), hold Mississippi licensure, and maintain BCLS certification with at least two years of

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists; MRI registry preferred.
• Licensed by the Mississippi State Department of Health; ARRT points requirement (24 ECE per 2 years).
• Must complete and maintain BCLS certification; 2+ years radiology experience; MRI experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise MRI procedures as ordered by physicians.
• Ensure accreditation standards and quality assurance for equipment and procedures.
• Assist with policy, procedure, and protocol development or revision as requested.
• Maintain inventory and stock adequate supplies for the MRI suite.

Skills

ARRT license

MRI experience

BCLS certified

MS license

Education

Radiologic Technology

Tools

MS Outlook

Word

Job description

**Position Overview:** The MRI Technologist performs and supervises all activities of Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures and assures accuracy in securing MRIs ordered by physicians for diagnostic purposes. He/She ensures that the Radiology department meets accreditation/organization standards and achieves the SRHS objectives.The MRI Technologist assists with the development and revision of policies, procedures, and protocols as requested. The MRI Technologist operates equipment requiring detailed concentration for extended periods of time, stocks an adequate inventory of supplies at all times, and maintains quality control of procedures and quality assurance of equipment.**DISCLAIMER:** This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.**Education:** Graduate from an accredited, state approved, School of Radiologic Technology required.**License:** Must be currently registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. MRI registry preferred. Must maintain a minimum of 24 ECE points in each two (2) year period as required by the ARRT in Radiology. Licensed by the Mississippi State Department of Health required.**Certifications:** Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.**Experience:** A minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Technologist in Radiology required; MRI experience preferred.**Reports to:** Lead MRI Tech and Operations Manager**Supervises:** None**Physical Demands:** Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.**Mental Demands:** Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision-making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.**Special Demands:** Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.