MRI Technologist

sanford; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 44,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health seeks an MRI technologist to perform diagnostic MRI exams and provide a high-quality patient care experience. You will exercise professional judgment, ensure MRI safety, and document findings accurately while coordinating with the care team.

You will operate MRI equipment, position patients for comfort, administer contrast as required, collect patient history, and use EMR for scheduling and billing. The role may involve on-call shifts and versatility across facility sites.

Qualifications

• Completion of formal Radiologic Technology training in an AMA/JRCERT approved program.
• MRI training or experience preferred.
• ARRT or ARMRIT certification required at time of hire.
• If working in ND, licensure through ND MIRT; IA permit if practicing in Iowa.
• BLS certification within six weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic MRI exams.
• Position patients and provide for comfort during the exam.
• Administer contrast material as required.
• Obtain patient history and clinical indication for MRI study.
• Document in EMR and assist with scheduling and billing procedures.
• May perform mobile imaging, EKG, cardiac monitoring placement, and DEXA procedures.
• Sanford Rural Health Network facility sites may include on-call nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Patient communication

MRI safety awareness

Education

AMA/JRCERT approved Radiologic Technology program

ARRT or ARMRIT certification

BLS certification within 6 weeks of hire

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America\'s heartland.

Work Shift

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation

• Salary Range: $32.00 - $49.50


• $20,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year work commitment

Union Position

No

Summary

Performs diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures, MRI safety considerations and provides a quality patient care experience.

Job Description

Initiates life support measures as necessary. Interacts effectively with patients and their family members, physicians, and other health care workers. Has extensive knowledge of operation of all MRI equipment. Positions the patient and provides for comfort during the exam. Administers contrast material as required. Obtains patient history and clinical indication for MRI study. Accurately documents in patient records. Utilizes electronic medical record software for accurate scheduling and billing procedures. Possesses the ability to professionally obtain information from patients or their responsible parties, to further improve their personalized treatment and care.

On a continuum, the technologist works to develop an understanding of the patient\'s physical and emotional status. Extensive knowledge of cross-section anatomy. Works well with all ages of patients.

Sanford Rural Health Network Facility sites may expand job responsibilities based on the needs of the facility, to include, but not limited to: on-call rotation nights, weekends, and holidays. Perform diagnostic radiology procedures. Perform basic diagnostic radiology tasks and aware of general radiology protocols. May perform mobile imaging, electrocardiogram (EKG), cardiac monitor placement, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic Technology training in an American Medical Association (AMA) approved or Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) approved school is required.


• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) training or experience preferred.


• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) certification is required at the time of hire.


• As per Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence (DICOE) and American College of Radiology (ACR) accreditation requirements, MRI certified or certification to be obtained within two years post-hire is preferred.


• If working in North Dakota (ND) and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the ND Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) is required.


• In the state of Iowa, all technologists must have a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health in order to practice in the state of Iowa.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) within six weeks of employment and recertified as required.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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