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MRI Technologist

Cleveland Clinic

Elyria (OH)

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USD 60,000 - 75,000

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Job summary

Cleveland Clinic's Elyria Family Health Center is seeking a magnetic resonance imaging technologist. This role involves preparing patients, operating MRI machines, maintaining high standards of safety, and educating patients about procedures. The ideal candidate will be accredited, have a focus on patient care, and be ready to work varying shifts.

Qualifications

  • Registered Technologist credentialed by ARRT in good standing.
  • Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes.
  • One year of experience in general radiology preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and check patients prior to MRI procedures.
  • Acquire, archive, transmit and print images via PACS.
  • Ensure patients' comfort and safety during and after exams.

Skills

Patient Safety
Technical Skills
Communication
Attention to Detail

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
Certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic's Elyria Family Health Center and become a part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. This patient-friendly facility offers primary care and a wide array of specialties providing patients with the world-class care Cleveland Clinic is known for. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career.

Magnetic resonance imaging technologists, also referred to as MRI technologists, utilize magnetic resonance imaging scanners to capture specific images ordered by a physician to aid in patient diagnosis. MRI technologists must be able to closely follow a physician's instructions, prepare and operate MRI equipment, position patients correctly, and effectively record the requested diagnostic images.

**A caregiver in this position works varying shifts.**

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

+ Prepare and check patients prior to MRI procedure.

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

+ Verify and validate the patient screening safety form.

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

+ Perform venipunctures.

+ Educate patients regarding MRI procedures, equipment and exams.

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

+ Assist with scheduling patients.

+ Administer proper contrast related to patient having MRI exam.

+ Acquire, archive, transmit and print images via PACS.

+ Complete after-hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.

+ Immediately report any malfunctions, observe potential equipment dysfunctions and report problems or call for service.

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

+ Process billing via RIS.

+ Potentially rotate through all imaging modalities, sites, and/or locations.

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) in good standing or be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board. ARDMS and NMTCB are primary pathways.

+ Certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging: R.T.(MR)(ARRT) required 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 experience in other imaging modalities.

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/

**Physical Requirements:**

+ Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.

+ Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.

+ Requires frequent pushing and pulling of equipment up to 75 pounds.

**Personal Protective Equipment:**

+ Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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