MRI Technologist

Good Samaritan Society; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 43,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Rapid City, SD seeks a qualified MRI Technologist to perform diagnostic MRI exams, exercise professional judgment and ensure patient safety and comfort. You will document in EMR, interact with patients and staff, and support on-call rotations as needed.

Requirements include AMA/JRCERT accreditation, ARRT/ARMRIT certification, BLS, and MRI training. Depending on site, licensure for ND or IA may apply, with benefits and a comprehensive Total Rewards package.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of AMA/JRCERT approved Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT or ARMRIT certification required at time of hire.
• MRI training or experience preferred.
• MRI certification or certification within two years post-hire preferred.
• ND licensure if working in North Dakota.
• Iowa permit to practice required to work in Iowa.
• BLS certification within six weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic MRI exams with professional judgment and safety considerations.
• Interacts with patients, families, physicians and health care staff to ensure quality care.
• Documents in patient records and uses EMR for scheduling and billing.
• May involve on-call, nights, weekends or holidays; may perform mobile imaging and EKG.
• Operates and maintains MRI equipment and ensures patient comfort during exams.

Education

AMA/JRCERT accredited Radiologic Technology program

ARRT or ARMRIT certification

BLS certification within six weeks

MRI training or experience

ND licensure requirements for ND site

Iowa permit to practice if in Iowa

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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.

Facility: Black Hills Imaging Center
Location: Rapid City, SD
Address: 215 Anamaria Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $31.00 - $49.50
Pay Info: $25,000 sign-on bonus with a 3-year work commitment

Job 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. 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.
• 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.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0271296
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No