MRI Technologist

Intermountain Health; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 53,726 - 82,656; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Denver seeks an MRI Technologist to perform diagnostic MRI exams, ensuring high-quality images and patient comfort in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining ARRT/ARRT MR or ARMRIT credentials, adhering to safety protocols, coordinating with radiologists and staff, and delivering accurate results while following department procedures.

Qualifications

• ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT or ARRT(R) cross-trained in MRI.
• BLS for healthcare providers.
• IV competency within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintains ARRT/MR or ARMRIT competency across MRI functions.
• Verifies patient identity and orders, prepares patient for exams.
• Performs exams per protocol and checks image quality.
• Adheres to MRI safety guidelines and maintains a safe environment.
• Completes studies within time limits without compromising care.
• Instructs students and other MRI staff on protocols and positioning.
• Educates patients, ensures comfort, and addresses concerns.
• Follows infection control and sterile techniques.
• Operates systems to ensure quality images and accurate records.
• Keeps accurate records of procedures, and adverse reactions.

Skills

ARRT MR cross-trained

BLS certified

IV competency within 30 days

Anatomy knowledge

Image quality assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description

As an MRI Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic MRI exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Posting Specifics

Shift Details : Full-time (40 Hours), Variable

Unit/Location : Saint Joseph Hospital

Additional Details : Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.

Essential Functions

• Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
• Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
• Adheres to MRI safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment.
• Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality.
• Assists and instructs students and other MRI Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
• Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
• Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
• Understands and operates equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
• Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions.
• Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.

Skills

• Anatomy knowledge
• Image evaluation
• Equipment operation
• Contrast protocols
• Emergency response
• Independent work
• Teamwork
• Effective communication
• Electronic imaging
• Task prioritization
• Clean environment
• MRI safety

Minimum Qualifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R) cross-trained in MRI
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
• IV Competency within 30 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of MRI technologist experience
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Physical Requirements

• 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.

Location : Saint Joseph Hospital

Work City : Denver

Work State : Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$39.16 - $60.42

We 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.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/benefits).

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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