MRI Technologist - 40 hrs/wk, 2nd shift

Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center is seeking an MRI Technologist to provide comprehensive diagnostic MRI studies under the supervision of a Radiologist. The role includes rotating to multiple BVHS locations, ensuring high quality imaging and patient safety.

The ideal candidate has an AAS in Imaging Technology and MRI registry eligibility (ARRT/ARMRIT) within 24 months, with BLS within 30 days. On-call availability is required and PRN may be needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Imaging Technology (Radiologic or MRI).
• Must obtain MRI Technologist registry (ARRT or ARMRIT) within 24 months of hire.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• On-call duties: arrive within 45 minutes of call; PRN may require on-call.

Responsibilities

• Selects MRI techniques and protocols, including paperwork and hardware/software knowledge.
• Multi-task effectively in busy or stressful situations.
• Adheres to communication lines and uses problem-solving approaches as needed.
• Pursues ongoing education on procedures and equipment in the MRI department.
• Coordinates with other departments and radiologists to enhance imaging productivity and referrals.
• Explains procedures to patients ensuring understanding, comfort, safety, and privacy.
• Follows policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
• Provides education and guidance to students and new staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Patient care

Team coordination

Education

Associate of Applied Science in Imaging Technology

Tools

MRI equipment

ARRT/ARMRIT registries

Job description

Up to $15,000 Sign-on Bonus, restrictions applies

Purpose of this Position

Provide diagnostic MRI studies officially and completely for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders under the direction and supervision of Radiologist while maintaining professional ethics. First shift position requires rotation to multiple locations within BVHS.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Duty 1: Selects proper technique and protocols pertaining to the MRI department, including paperwork, and demonstrates complete working knowledge of all hardware and software.
• Duty 2: Consistently able to multi-task, work in a timely manner and adjust to busy or stressful situation easily and calmly.
• Duty 3: Demonstrates knowledge of the department and management line of authority and follows proper lines of communication. Shows good problem solving skills and seeks guidance and direction as necessary.
• Duty 4: Regularly strives to educate themselves regarding new procedures equipment etc. within the MRI Department and shows willingness to learn new procedures.
• Duty 5: Coordinates with other departments, radiologist, and offices to enhance the imaging productivity, customer satisfaction, and referral pattern.
• Duty 6: Explains procedures to patient ensuring understanding comfort, safety and privacy as well as inquiring of patient, and/or representative, a thorough medical history, as it pertains to procedure being done.
• Duty 7: Adheres to all policies, procedures, rules and regulations as they pertain to the department and/or regulatory agencies.
• Duty 8: Provides education and instruction to students as well as orientation and guidance to new staff members.

Required Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science degree in Imaging Technology (Radiologic or Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
• Must obtain MRI Technologist registry (R.T.(MR)) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the American Registry of MRI Technologists (ARMRIT) within 24 months of hire
• BLS Certification within 30 days of hire
• On-call duties require the associate to arrive at the facility within 45 minutes after being contacted by hospital personnel.
• PRN status may require on-call as needed.
• Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills
• Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.
• The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status.
• Must be able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area's policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• 12-18 Month MRI experience

Physical Demands

• This position requires a full range of body motion including handling and lifting of patients.
• Associate must be able to lift intermittently 50 pounds or more throughout the day.
• Total lifting time per day is approximately one hour.
• This position requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
• The position does require some bending, kneeing and twisting.
• The associate must be able to push and pull the patient while providing treatment.
• The associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range to provide efficient patient care.
• Individual must have excellent eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity to operate equipment and to perform injections.
• The associate must be able to tolerate a cold work environment of 68 degrees.
• Individual must be able to work by themselves to take on-call and weekend assignments.
• This position is classified "at risk" for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)