MRI Technologist (Full-time, Monday - Friday 9am-5:30pm)

Washington Regional Medical Center; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, AR is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform diagnostic MRI studies and ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the scanning process.

You will work under the Imaging Manager, follow radiologist protocols, verify patient information, and document imaging results in the EMR. BLS is required, ARRT MR certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited MRI technologist program with ARRT (R)(MR) or ARMRIT certification.
• BLS certification required within hire year.
• Licensure as Radiology Technologist with ARRT MR or ARMRIT as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic MRI imaging in accordance with radiologists' protocols.
• Communicate pertinent information to the radiologist to ensure quality care.
• Screen patients prior to scanning to ensure proper pre-procedure screening.
• Verify any implanted devices are MRI compatible and set to MRI mode before scanning.
• Enter charges and documentation into the EMR; assist with imaging department workflow.

Skills

MRI imaging

Patient safety

Education

ARRT MR (R) or ARMRIT certification

BLS certification

Job description

Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and ValuesOur mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400+ team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.Position SummaryThe role of the Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist reports to the Imaging Manager. This position is responsible for performing diagnostic MRI imaging.Essential Position ResponsibilitiesPerform diagnostic MRI imaging in accordance with the imaging protocols established by the radiologistsCommunicate any pertinent information to the radiologist to ensure patient receives quality careEnsure the patient undergoes a thorough and proper pre-procedure screening process prior to entry of the scanning room (Zone IV)Ensure any implanted patient device is MRI compatible and has been properly set to MRI mode prior to entering the scan room (Zone IV)Review patient file to ensure patient identity is verified, physician orders are accurate, and appropriate exams are performedEnter charges and documentation into the electronic medical recordAssist with other duties to ensure efficient workflow of the Imaging Department, as neededQualificationsEducation: Graduate of an accredited MRI technologist program with ARRT (R)(MR), or ARMRIT certification. Registry eligible graduate of an ARRT or ARMRIT program will be considered. Certification required within one year of date of hire.Licensure and Certifications: Radiology Technologist Licensure with advanced ARRT - MR certification (MR required within 1 year) OR ARMRIT certification, required. BLS, required.Experience: Previous MR experience preferred.Work Environment: This position will spend 80% of work time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, and/or positioning patients and equipment of up to 50 lbs. This position will spend 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment. This position serves a culturally and linguistically diverse patient population. This position has exposure to communicable disease, body fluids, magnetic fields, and radiation.Notice: This job description is designed to provide an overview of the essential and principal duties and responsibilities of the position. The job description is not designed or intended to cover or set forth a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Washington Regional reserves the right in its absolute discretion to change duties, responsibilities or activities or assign new duties, responsibilities, or activities at any time with or without notice. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.