MRI Technologist

Intermountain Health; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 53,946 - 83,234; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Job summary

Intermountain Health seeks a full-time MRI technologist at Platte Valley Hospital, Brighton, Colorado. The role involves conducting MRI exams under physician direction, ensuring patient safety and proper technical execution.

Candidates should have ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification and BLS certification, with IV competency required within 30 days of hire. A rich benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification, or ARRT(R) with 1 year MRI experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• IV competency must be achieved within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI examinations assisting with medical diagnosis and treatment.
• Ensure magnet safety for patients and staff.
• Select scanning parameters in coordination with the radiologist.

Skills

MRI safety concepts

Technical parameter selection

Patient care

Anatomical positioning

IV competency

Education

ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Bachelor’s Degree in MRI or Advanced Radiologic Science

Job description

Job Description

The MRI technologist is responsible for compassionate and appropriate patient care while performing MRI examinations under the direction of a physician to assist in the medical diagnosis or treatment of injury.

Posting Specifics

Shift Details: Full‑time (36 Hours), Friday – Sunday, 7p‑7:30a.

Unit / Location: Platte Valley Hospital.

Role

• Understands MRI safety concepts and executes them diligently and consistently to maintain magnet safety for patients, guests, self, and fellow caregivers.
• Understands MRI scanning parameters and, in coordination with the radiologist, selects appropriate technical parameters and scanning techniques to ensure clinical exams are of good quality.
• Ensures proper patient identification, order identification, and prepares the patient appropriately for the exam.
• Performs MRI examinations according to system and department standard protocols.
• Understands cross‑sectional anatomy and demonstrates appropriate anatomical positioning and multiplanar image reconstruction.
• Under the direction of the radiologist or supervising clinician, performs contrast and medication administration inherent to MRI examination.
• Maintains competency in all clinical and technical functions of the job.
• Follows appropriate Intermountain policy and procedure including clinical documentation, billing, and electronic medical record workflows.

Minimum Qualifications

• ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification, or ARRT(R) certification with at least 1 year full‑time experience in MRI.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• IV competency within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in MRI or Advanced Radiologic Science.
• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• 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 situations.
• 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.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• 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.).
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
• For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

Platte Valley Hospital, Brighton, Colorado.

Hours & Rate

Scheduled weekly hours: 36. Hourly range: $39.16 – $60.42, dependent on experience.

Benefits

We care about your well‑being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness, a healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged life.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Intermountain Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Additional Information

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