MRI Technologist, 20k sign on bonus

University of Maryland Medical System; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist to join their team. This role involves performing specialized MRI imaging procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will be part of a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement and professional development. With a commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to grow in your career, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate degree or Certificate in Radiologic Technology or MRI.
• 1+ years of experience in MRI imaging procedures.

Responsibilities

• Executes clinical competence in MRI across all patient types.
• Documents patient care activities in electronic health records systems.

Skills

MRI Imaging Procedures

Patient Care Skills

Documentation Skills

Regulatory Compliance Knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

Certificate in MRI

Tools

Electronic Health Records Systems

Job description

Job Description

$20,000 sign on bonus being offered for hires that are new to the UMMS System; This is not applicable for internal or intra-system transfers.

FT day shift, on call and holiday rotation.

Overview

Under general supervision, performs routine and specialized MRI imaging procedures.

Key Responsibilities

1. Key Responsibility 1: Executes basic clinical competence in MRI, in all locations, across all patient types. Selects accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age of the patient. Administers contrast according to facility policy.
   • Actively participates in the Clinical Ladder Program, if implemented, at the individual System hospital/location, meeting and maintaining all Program standards and requirements.
2. Key Responsibility 2: Applies knowledge of MRI principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, MRI safety, physics, and protection, patient positioning and patient care skills. Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal, organizational and departmental regulatory compliance standards.
3. Key Responsibility 3: Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.
4. Key Responsibility 4: Ensures a safe and appropriate work area per institutional MR Safety Program. Maintains supplies and inventory in area. Informs appropriate colleague when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors. Documents and reports related equipment/environmental problems in accordance with policy. Follows equipment quality control procedures with appropriate documentation.
5. Key Responsibility 5: Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality. Actively participates in student and employee training and education activities.

Company Description

Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center -- named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021! As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence(r) designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state's busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another. The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we're home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland's health. Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree, or Certificate, in radiologic technology, or MRI, from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Experience

• 1+ years

Licensures/Certifications

• ARMRIT and/or ARRT (MRI) Certification
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Additional Information

FT day shift, on call and holiday rotation.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

Pay Range: $43.73-$62.66
Other Compensation (if applicable):
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