MRI Technologist

Cleveland Clinic; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital is seeking an MRI Technologist to join a dedicated team, responsible for performing MRI procedures and ensuring patient safety. Ideal candidates will be accredited, hold BLS certification, and possess great communication skills. This role offers a supportive work environment with advanced imaging technology.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• Registered Technologist credentialed by ARRT in good standing.
• One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI exams and procedures on patients.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during MRI exams.
• Educate patients about MRI procedures and equipment.

Skills

Patient Safety

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Magnetic Resonance Imaging: R.T.(MR)(ARRT) certification within one year of hire

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As an MRI Technologist, you will perform MRI exams and procedures on patients of all ages while maintaining patient safety. You will be joining a close-knit, hardworking, and supportive team of caregivers that prioritizes quality patient care. You will also have access to the latest and greatest imaging technology and the best equipment in the area. This position offers a great starting point on which to expand your skillsets and experience.

**A caregiver in this position works days, from 7:00am-5:30pm or 9:00am-7:30pm.**

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

+ Acquire and review patient questionnaire, chart and data/requisition to determine contraindication of MRI examination.

+ Perform MRI procedures required per protocol and perform daily QA.

+ Educate patients regarding MRI procedures, equipment, and exams.

+ Ensure patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam.

+ Report any malfunctions and observe potential equipment dysfunctions and report problems or calls for service.

+ Maintain available equipment up-time at the highest level for patient accessibility.

+ Instruct and mentor new hires and Radiology students.

+ Attend in-service programs and professional affiliation sessions.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or graduate of an accredited institution per the primary pathway of the ARRT

+ Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT) or R.T.(S)(ARRT), or R.T.(T)(ARRT), in good standing OR Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(N) (ARRT) OR Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

+ Magnetic Resonance Imaging: R.T.(MR)(ARRT) certification within one year of hire

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

+ Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist or other imaging modalities

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**Physical Requirements:**

+ Mental Demands: Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests and to work collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team; ability to ensure operational efficiency; ability to problem solve and make decisions; ability to exercise self-control and tolerate stress when dealing with multiple requests and/or conflicting demands from multiple customers.

+ Special Demands: Needs minimal sustained direction in assessing needs, carrying out departmental and professional responsibilities; self-starting and self-motivating; working hours may exceed eight (8) hours per day and is based on what is needed to accomplish work at hand.

+ Requires sitting at a workstation or desk; requires standing; work may include occasional pushing and/or pulling, lifting, and carrying objects weighing up to 100 lbs.

+ Work requires finger dexterity and eye hand coordination to operate a computer keyboard at a moderate skill level.

**Personal Protective Equipment:**

+ Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

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