MRI Technologist — Advanced Imaging Specialist

Universal Health Services Inc.; McAllen (TX); Hybrid; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A healthcare provider in McAllen, Texas is seeking an experienced Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technician. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of experience, possess ARRT or ARMRIT certification, and demonstrate critical thinking skills. Responsibilities include producing high-quality MRI images, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with hospital staff. This position requires adherence to compliance programs and a commitment to patient care. The work may include weekends, holidays, and on-call hours.

Qualifikationen

• 2 years prior experience in Magnetic Resonance Imaging and/or Radiographer preferred.
• Membership in a related professional organization is preferred.
• Demonstrate commitment to compliance programs and codes of conduct.

Aufgaben

• Produce high-quality Magnetic Resonance Images and perform quality control checks daily.
• Evaluate and verify patient orders with the radiologist as needed.
• Interact with hospital staff regarding patient care and concerns.

Kenntnisse

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Critical thinking

Operating a power injector

Ausbildung

Graduate from an approved school in Radiologic Technology or Magnetic Resonance Program

Current ARRT MRI certification or ARMRIT

Current BLS certification

Jobbeschreibung

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs duties directly involved with producing high quality Magnetic Resonance Images; Must perform quality control checks daily. Selects proper coils for the various procedures requested; Calls for repairs and reports to supervisor when M.R.I. unit is not working properly; Properly screens all patients prior to procedure and ensures there are no contraindications; Evaluates all orders, verifies them with radiologist if needed, and ensures correct exam is performed. Properly screens all patients to ensure there are no contraindications for IV contrast. Responsible for interacting with hospital staff and/or nursing departments regarding patient care, concerns, and conflicts by identifying and assisting in the resolutions. Responsible and accountable for maintaining performance skills. Routinely works weekends, holidays, overtime, and/or on an on-call/call-back status, when needed. (This position summary contains the most relevant duties and responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned.)

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 2 years prior Magnetic Resonance Imaging and/or Radiographer experience preferred.

2. Membership in related professional organization preferred.

3. ARRT Certification (MR) or ARMRIT in Magnetic Resonance Imaging

4. Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

EDUCATION / LICENSURE:

1. Graduate from an approved school in Radiologic Technology or Magnetic Resonance Program

2. Current American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) MRI certification or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) requiredwithin twelve (12) months of hire

3. Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty(ies) as appropriate

4. Must have and maintain current BLS certification, according to unit specific needs. Certification must be in accordance with the curriculum of the AHA, for Healthcare Provider’s Program.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE

1.Magnetic Resonance Imaging

· Able to be trained in Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

· Able to operate a power injector.

· Able to perform various parts of the body from head to lower extremities.

· Familiarized with contraindications for contrast or foreign objects in the body.

· Able to utilize critical thinking to ensure the proper procedure is being performed.

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