MRI Technologist, 32 hours, day/eves

Wentworth-Douglass Physicians Organization (WDP); Dover (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is looking for an MRI Technologist to join their dedicated team. You will provide quality patient care and operate state-of-the-art MRI equipment in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates are those who value patient-centered care and possess the necessary certifications and experience.

Qualifications

• MRI tech experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years required.
• State License for Radiologic Technologist required.
• Certification in BLS and ARRT-MR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing quality patient care while operating MRI equipment.
• Accountable for the positioning and immobilization of patients.
• Performs daily quality assurance on MRI scanners.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve

Ability to work independently

Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others

Good business acumen

Education

Associate's Degree Diagnostic Imaging

Job description

$15k Sign on Bonus!
Monday: Lee Campus 7:30a-6p; Friday: Dover Main Campus 12:30p = 11p, Saturday: Dover Main Campus 8a-8:30p.
Come join our amazing team of MRI Technologists who work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment!
Our equipment includes new Philips Blue Seal Magnets and we recently increased our pay rates significantly.
Join Us: Be part of a close-knit, energetic team that supports and inspires one another every day. At Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, you'll work in a stimulating environment focused on safe, high-quality patient care while utilizing innovative tools that truly make an impact.
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is renowned as one of the largest acute care hospitals in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire and Southern Maine. At Wentworth-Douglass, we value people who contribute to patient-centered care that enhances community health; we recognize and reward those who share our values and transform our patients' lives. We invite you to explore opportunities, cultivate community wellness and professional growth.
Summary:
Responsible for providing quality patient care while producing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures safely while operating the MRI equipment in order to obtain diagnostic scans.
Essential Functions: Accountable for the positioning and immobilization of patients and proper selection of technical factors along with computer reformatting of acquired data to obtain magnetic resonance scans procedures of optimal quality.
-Prepares patients for procedures which may include transporting, transferring, immobilizing, and positioning patients.
-Explains procedures to patients taking into consideration physical and emotional needs
-Prepares and cleans the equipment and scanner room for each patient. Stocks and supplies room as needed
-Performs daily quality assurance on MRI scanners and verifies the safe operation of all other patient equipment and notifies appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions and needed repairs
-Maintains pertinent records
-May provide assistance to new staff or students

Education
Associate's Degree Diagnostic Imaging required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Radiologic Technologist [State License]

ARRT-R] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]

Magnetic Resonance Imaging [ARRT-MR] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Magnetic Resonance Tech [MRI - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy

Experience
MRI Tech experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others.
- Good business acumen skills.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.