MRI Technologist

Ochsner Health System; La Place (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to innovation and patient care. In this role, you'll ensure safety in the MRI environment while performing essential procedures and mentoring junior staff. Your expertise will contribute to high-quality patient outcomes, and you'll play a vital role in a collaborative team. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic setting while making a real difference in patients' lives. If you are passionate about healthcare and ready to take the next step in your career, apply today and be part of a team that values your contributions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; advanced MRI certification needed within two years.
• 6 months MRI clinical scanning experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify physician orders and procedures for accuracy.
• Explain procedures to patients and operate equipment independently.
• Perform quality control procedures and assist in departmental operations.

Skills

Computer Proficiency

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of MRI Procedures

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Knowledge of Cardiac Anatomy

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor Degree in Allied Health

Tools

Radiology Information Systems

Job description

We've made significant progress since opening our doors in 1942, but one thing has remained unchanged - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is due to the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work directly with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference, and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

Job Summary

This job maintains safety in the MRI environment while assessing patients and safely performing routine MRI procedures in accordance with prescribed safety procedures and protocols. Serves as a clinical mentor for junior staff and students.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Education

Required - High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience

Required – 6 months of supervised MRI clinical scanning experience.

Preferred – Clinical MRI experience.

Certifications

Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

ARRT registered or unlimited state license, or certification in another clinical imaging field (such as ARDMS or NMTCB) with an associate or bachelor degree in allied health, or ARRT, ARMRIT, or CAMRT registration as an MR technologist with no experience. Advanced certification in MRI required within two years of employment. Preferred - Advanced certification in MRI recognized by the ACR Registry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of MRI procedures and technical language.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidentiality, work efficiently under pressure, and be self-directed.
• Flexible schedule and ability to travel between facilities.
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, Doppler physics, and blood flow hemodynamics.
• Ability to identify stenosis or occlusion based on criteria.
• Assist physicians with ultrasonic-guided interventional procedures.
• Provide care respecting patients' age, social, spiritual, and cultural needs.

Job Duties

• Verify physician orders and procedures for accuracy.
• Use radiology information systems to facilitate care.
• Explain procedures to patients.
• Operate equipment independently according to protocol.
• Review images for quality standards.
• Perform quality control procedures and notify/remediate as needed.
• Assist in departmental operations (inventory, scheduling, maintenance).
• Adapt behavior to specific patient populations, respecting privacy and communication needs.
• Perform other duties as required.

Other responsibilities include ensuring compliance with laws and standards, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to the employer's policies. The physical and environmental demands include heavy physical exertion, exposure to blood and body fluids, and working directly with patients and potentially hazardous materials.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

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