MRI Technologist

Intermountain Health; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will provide compassionate care while performing MRI examinations to assist in medical diagnoses. Your expertise will support the Imaging service line, ensuring that patients receive top-notch care in a collaborative environment. This full-time position offers a chance to grow your career in a supportive setting that values innovation and teamwork. If you're passionate about patient care and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous Benefits Package

Wellness Programs

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required; ARRT (R) (MR) or NMTCB registry required.
• BLS certification and IV certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI scanner and obtain images for diagnosis and treatment.
• Ensure effective communication with patients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in quality initiatives for patient satisfaction and care.

Skills

Patient Care

MRI Operation

Communication Skills

IV Administration

Quality Assurance

Education

Associate Degree or Equivalent

ARRT (R) (MR) or NMTCB Registry

BLS Certification

Job description

time left to apply End Date: April 23, 2025 (8 days left to apply)

job requisition id R136406

Job Description:

The MRI technologist is responsible for compassionate and appropriate patient care while performing MRI examinations under the direction of a physician to assist in the medical diagnosis or treatment of injury.

Posting Specifics

Shift Details: Full-time (40 hours), Variable Days, Call

Unit/Location: St. Mary’s Regional Hospital

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

As an MRI Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our Imaging service line, ensuring our patients receive the best care. At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact.

As an MRI Technologist, you will be responsible for:

• Operating a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images used by physicians in the diagnosis and treatments of pathologies.
• Possessing thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles and physics of magnetic resonance imaging.
• Selecting appropriate imaging techniques and protocols to complete the exam.
• Receiving patients, explaining method of examination, positioning patients, performing IV puncture, and administering IV contrast agent when indicated.
• Independently performing and completing routine examinations.
• Meeting the needs of the patient, family and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy and efficiency.
• Actively participating in quality initiatives to ensure the highest level of patient satisfaction, highest level of patient care and workflow efficiencies.

Minimum Qualifications MRI Tech I ($37.46-57.80/hr)

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year College or Technical School; or one year minimum related experience and/or training, required.
• Current ARRT (R) (MR) or NMTCB registry, required.
• Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association, required.
• Ability to interact with people of all ages, required.

Preferred Qualifications MRI Tech I

• At least one (1) year of experience as a MRI Technologist, preferred.

Minimum Qualifications MRI Tech II ($41.22-63.59/hr)

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• IV Certification.
• Demonstrate proficiency in three of the following MRI procedures: intra-operative, cardiac, functional, breast, prostate, rectal cancer staging, advanced 3D spectroscopy, MR lymphangiography, or pediatric MRI (less than 15 years of age) as 80% of patient workload.
• Must complete at least five cases per specialty procedure with documented skills pass off by a lead MRI technologist or coordinator.

Minimum Qualifications Specialty Tech in Training ($30.94-47.77/hr)

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Applicable State License.
• Currently attending and receiving formal training from an accredited training program or successful completion of formal training from an approved/accredited school or a licensed American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R) technologist who has been selected to cross-train in another modality.

Preferred Qualifications Specialty Tech in Training

• 1-2 years customer service or patient care experience.
• IV Certification.

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:

St. Marys Regional Hospital

Work City:

Grand Junction

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

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

$37.46 - $57.80

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.

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.

All positions subject to close without notice.

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Intermountain Health is a Utah-based, not-for-profit system of 33 hospitals (includes "virtual" hospital), a Medical Group with more than 3,800 physicians and advanced practice clinicians at about 385 clinics, a health plans division called Select Health, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery.

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