MRI Technologist

MemorialCare; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

MemorialCare Health System in Long Beach seeks an MRI Technologist to perform routine-to-complex MRI procedures in the Imaging Center, producing quality images for radiologist interpretation. Provides patient care under radiologist supervision and helps manage patient flow.

This is a per diem evening shift position with a pay rate of $54 per hour. Minimum 3 years MRI experience preferred; requires ARRT MR or ARMRIT certification and BLS; completion of an radiologic technology or MRI program.

Qualifications

• MRI technologist role requiring diagnostic imaging procedures and patient care.
• ARRT MR or ARMRIT certification and BLS required.
• Completion of Radiologic Technology or MRI program.

Responsibilities

• Operates MRI equipment and performs imaging procedures with minimal supervision.
• Provides imaging services to patients of all ages as per policy.
• Applies sterile technique and nursing-related patient care.
• Ensures patient safety during MRI procedures and proper coil placement.
• Assists with patient transport and maintains efficient patient flow.
• Participates in emergency call rotation and MR technologist assistant duties.

Education

Radiologic Technology program

ARRT MR certification

ARMRIT certification

AHA BLS certification

Tools

MRI machine

Job description

Title: MRI Technologist

Location: Long Beach Medical Center

Department: MRI

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Evenings (8hr)

Pay Rate*: 54.00/hr

At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. Memorial Care stands for excellence in Healthcare.Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability.Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork.

Position Summary

The MRI Technologist PD performs routine-to-complex diagnostic procedures in the MemorialCare Imaging Center to produce quality images of anatomical structures for interpretation by a radiologist. Provides patient care, in accordance with departmental policy, under the direction of a radiologist and reports to the departmental Lead MRI Technologist. Assists in delegating imaging amongst the staff to ensure efficient patient flow. Actively participates in identifying and implementing improvements to departmental policies and procedures.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

• Operates MRI equipment and performs diagnostic imaging procedures without requiring constant supervision.
• Provides imaging services to patients of all ages in accordance with contractual and organizational requirements.
• Applies basic sterile technique and nursing skills in the delivery of patient care.
• Ensures patient safety during MRI procedures through proper coil placement and instruction of medical personnel as needed.
• Assists with patient transport and participates in patient flow processes to support timely and efficient care delivery.
• Provides departmental coverage by participating in emergency call rotation and performing MRI technologist assistant duties as needed.
• Be at work and be on time.
• Follow company policies, procedures and directives.
• Interact in a positive and constructive manner
• Prioritize and multitask

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more... Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications/Work Experience:

• Minimum 3 years' Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) technologist experience preferred.

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Completion of an educational program in Radiologic Technology or MRI Technology required.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARRT, MR) and/or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) required.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.