MRI Technologist-Full-Time Days

Cape Fear Valley Health System; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health System is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform routine MRI procedures and ensure patient safety across all ages at Betsy Johnson Hospital in Dunn, NC. The role requires ARRT MRI registration or MRI AS degree, with registration within one year of hire.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, reviewing orders, maintaining accurate billing records, and upholding Universal Precautions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• ARRT registration in MRI or MRI AS degree required.
• If not ARRT, provide ARRT MRI registry application documentation.
• MRI ARRT registration required within one year of hire.
• Failure to achieve MRI ARRT registration within one year may lead to termination.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine MRI procedures within the MRI Section of Radiology.
• Demonstrate competency in patient care for all ages and interact effectively.
• Assess and clear patients for MRI safety.
• Review physician orders and patient charts for accuracy and signatures.
• Prepare patients and address questions; refer to radiologist as needed.
• Enter procedure in computer system for billing and productivity.
• Maintain safe environment per infection control and Universal Precautions.
• Provide quality care and pursue continuous quality improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English language proficiency

Communication skills

Manual dexterity

Growth and development knowledge

Age range care knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ARRT MRI registration or MRI AS degree

ARRT MRI registry documentation if not registered

ARRT MRI within 1 year of hire

Termination if registration not achieved in 1 year

Job description

Facility

Betsy Johnson Hospital

Location

Dunn, North Carolina

Department

MRI

Job Family

Allied Health

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Summary

Performs all MRI routine procedures for the diagnostic treatment of specified diseases or conditions.

Major Job Functions

• Perform all routine procedures designated within the MRI Section of Radiology Department
• Demonstrates competency and efficiency in the treatment, care of and interaction with all patients of any age to include neo-natal, newborns, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics
• Responsible for assessing and clearing the patient for MRI safety
• Reviews the physician order or patient chart for appropriate order, diagnosis and physicians signature
• Confirms the signed Patient MRI Interview Form
• Prepares the patient for the procedure, answers any questions or refers questions to the radiologist assigned
• Responsible for beginning and ending the procedure in the computer system to ensure proper billing for services and to maintain department productivity relative to work area
• Provides a safe environment to include but not limited to magnetic field exposure, infection control guidelines and Universal Precautions
• Maintains good guest relations with patients, visitors, hospital staff and medical staff to include the use of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation and Thank you)
• Monitors the quality of care based on on-going monitors striving for continuous quality improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Formal Training

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• ARRT Registered required OR Graduate from an Associate in Applied Science in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), required
• Any applicant not registered as an ARRT in MRI must provide documentation of application with the ARRT to sit for the MRI registry
• Registered in MRI with the ARRT is required post one (1) year of hiring date.
• Failure to achieve registration post one (1) year, will result in termination of employment

Work Experience

• 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language
• Communication skills
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity
• Knowledge of growth and development
• Knowledge of the range of treatment needed for all age groups to include neo-natal, newborns, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics

Physical Requirements

• Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 100 lbs./carry objects up to 50 lbs. and be able to bend
• May involve skin, eye, or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious material

Required Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

For exceptional healthcare come to Cape Fear Valley Health where caring employees are committed to integrity, patient-centeredness and excellence throughout the entire healthcare process.

At Cape Fear Valley Health, our goal is to improve the quality of every life we touch.

Our diverse team of doctors, nurses and staff work together to create a better experience for every patient, every time.

Cape Fear Valley is a 950-bed, 8-hospital regional health system, the 8th largest in North Carolina, with more than 1 million inpatient and outpatients annually.

A private not-for-profit organization with over 7,000 employees and 850 physicians.

Our employees and physicians proudly serve a seven-county region of southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Hope Mills, Raeford, Lumberton, Elizabethtown, Clinton, Lillington, Dunn and beyond.

Our medical facilities include Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital, Cape Fear Valley Rehabilitation Center, Behavioral Health Care, Bladen County Hospital, Hoke Hospital, Central Harnett Hospital, Betsy Johnson Hospital, as well as more than 60 medical offices and specialty care clinics spread throughout the Cape Fear region.