MRI Technologist

Beloit Health System; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EmergencyMD in Beloit, Wisconsin is seeking an MRI Technologist to join their team. This role involves performing diagnostic radiographic services and operating imaging equipment. The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an AMA-accredited school of Radiologic Technology and possess ARRT registration. Key responsibilities include ensuring patient safety and technical quality during imaging procedures. Benefits include eligibility for various employee perks. A flexible shift schedule, primarily during the day, is provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to interact well with customers.
• Maintains 12 ECE hours per year or 24 every 2 years as required by ARRT.
• Ethical conduct and confidentiality of patient information.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiographic service.
• Operates imaging equipment and ensures proper patient identification.
• Evaluates radiography for technical quality and administers contrast media.

Skills

Self-motivated

Flexibility

Problem solving

Independence

Good communication skills

Education

Graduate of an AMA-accredited school of Radiologic Technology

ARRT registration in Radiology and MRI certification within 18 months of hire

CPR certification

Tools

Radiation monitoring film badge

Lead aprons

Lead glass

Lead gloves

Thyroid collars

Job description

Beloit Health System is looking to add an MRI Technologist to our Team.

• Shift: 1st & 2nd shift combination
• Schedule: 6:30 am - 9:00 pm (8-hour shifts within this timeframe)
• Hours per week: 24
• Benefits Status: Eligible
• Department: MRI

Provides patient services using imaging modalities as prescribed by a physician. Performs radiographic and other related imaging procedures, producing images for interpretation by a physician. Applies principles of magnetic safety. Evaluates radiographic images for technical quality. Exercises professional judgement in the performance of procedures. Provides patient care essential to radiographic procedures.

• Perform diagnostic radiographic service
• Greets customers in a friendly, but professional manner
• Ensures proper patient identification
• Operates imaging equipment
• Operates other equipment/devices as appropriate
• Positions and immobilizes patient as necessary
• Selects and/or calculates technical factors
• Applies principles of magnetic safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others
• Evaluates radiography for technical quality
• Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures
• Practices aseptic technique as necessary
• Administers or assists with administration of contrast media, as required
• Initiates basic life support procedures for patients if necessary
• Ensures proper documentation of exam, technical factors, film usage, quality improvement, etc.
• Performs quality control checks as required
• Participates in the "on-call" program
• Maintains accurate patient records and files with confidentiality
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area ensuring the work area is neat, orderly, and stocked
• Assumes responsibility for portions of department QA/QC program
• Supervises, assists, instructs, and communicates effectively with radiology students
• Assists in aspects of patient care including transportation, film, EMR and PACs functions
• Provides input for equipment and supply decisions
• Detects, reports to supervision, and contacts repair person for equipment malfunctions; assumes responsibility for portions of department quality assurance and improvement program
• Performs clerical and scheduling functions
• Pursues continuing education
• Assumes responsibility for inventory and stocking of supplies

Job Requirements

• Self‑motivated
• Ability to be flexible
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to function independently
• Institutional commitment
• Ability to interact well with customers
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Graduate of an AMA‑accredited school of Radiologic Technology
• ARRT registration in Radiology and MRI certification within 18 months of hire or transfer
• CPR certification
• Maintains 12 ECE hours per year or 24 every 2 years as required by ARRT.
• Employee possesses the training, knowledge, and skills necessary to perform one or more of the following activities (evaluation, treatment, and/or patient care) for patients in one or more of the following age groups: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
• Reporting Relationship: Director of Medical Imaging, clinical advisement is received from the Radiologist
• Personal protective equipment required, such as radiation monitoring film badge, lead aprons, lead glasses, lead gloves, thyroid collars, goggles, gloves, gowns, masks, face shields, and CPR mask
• Must adhere to established health system and Medical Imaging department policies, rules and regulations
• Maintains ethical conduct and keeps confidential personal and medical information about patients

Behavior and Attitude

The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of personas assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.