MRI Technologist

Indiana University Health; Frankfort (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a full-time registered MR technologist at Frankfort Hospital. The role involves conducting MRI scans, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates have relevant MRI experience, certifications, and a dedication to patient care.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus available

Qualifications

• Requires 3 years of relevant experience.
• Certification through AHA required.
• Advanced MRI registry/certification within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients on MRI procedures and ensure safety.
• Collaborate with radiologists and referring physicians.
• Perform routine QC on MRI equipment.

Skills

MRI safety

Patient education

IV access

Cross-sectional anatomy

Scanning protocols

Education

Basic Life Support certification

Registered Technologist - Magnetic Resonance (RT(MR))

Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (RMRIT)

Job description

If you are searching for a chance to use your expert knowledge to improve the lives of patients and their families, IU Health, Indiana's largest comprehensive health system with 16 hospitals and more than 34,000 team members, has the career you are looking for!

This is a full-time day shift position. It is four 10-hours shifts from 7:30am-6pm, at Frankfort Hospital. The schedule can be set on a 3 week rotation. Prefer candidates to be a registered MR technologist with at least 3 years of experience. Willing to take training and become location MRSO. CT registry preferred also.

Sign on bonus available for those who qualify!

Possesses knowledge of MRI safety and safety zones. Reviews patient history and screens for safety concerns (ferromagnetic objects, implanted devices, etc.). Educates patients on what to expect and ensures they are safe and comfortable during their scan. Obtains IV access, prepares and administers contrast and is familiar with recognizing and responding to adverse contrast events. Possesses advanced knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy. Ensures the MRI environment remains safe by screening all visitors and team members entering the MRI environment. Displays knowledge of scanning protocols and adjusts to ensure diagnostic images. Performs routine QC and ensures equipment is functioning properly. Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians. Documents necessary information in EMR. Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed.

• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning. MRI experience is preferred.
• Requires advanced certification through one of the following: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Registered Technologist - Magnetic Resonance, RT(MR) ; or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT): Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (RMRIT) , within 12 months of hire.
• May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.
• May require license from Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH), if applicable.
• MRI experience is preferred.

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