MRI Technologist Full Time, Nights (Every Weekend, Rotating Weekdays and Holiday)

LE0030 Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

The MRI Technologist performs MRI procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision and assumes responsibility for a variety of clinical tasks within Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley. You will verify orders, follow infection control practices, educate patients and families, monitor patient condition, and print or process images as needed.

The position requires ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification (or acceptable alternatives) and current BLS, with flexible schedules and location

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer at least one year MRI experience.
• ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification with maintenance requirements; if not, acceptable ARRT(R) with conditions.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI procedures and verifies orders in the electronic system.
• Maintains infection control, universal precautions, and a clean work environment.
• Educates patients and families about the procedure and reduces anxiety.
• Monitors the patient and documents changes in condition and equipment.
• Processes images and prints films as needed; participates in meetings and hospital-wide work groups.

Skills

Flexible schedules

English communication

Time management

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Night - 12 Hour (United States of America)

This is a Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley job.

Job Summary

The MRI Technologist performs MRI procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. He/she performs and assumes responsibility for a variety of technical procedures assigned.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are general examples and not a description of comprehensive duties. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing nature or scope of this position or level of responsibility. May be asked to perform other duties as assigned.

Performs procedures and utilizes electronic system to verify and process orders.

Follows infection control practices, practices universal precautions and maintains a cleans and organized work environment.

Interacts with the patient, family members and other staff to help educate them on the procedure.

Understands any age-related patient needs and responds accordingly; reassures patient and consistently tries to obtain cooperation while reducing anxiety.

Assesses and monitors the patient; reports and documents change in the patient’s condition and/or support equipment (I.V., oxygen, chest tube, ET tube, etc.)

Processes images and print films as needed.

Attends staff and departmental meetings and participates in hospital wide work groups as assigned.

Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-I-CARE Standards of the Hospital.

C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions.

Job Qualifications

Education: High school graduate or equivalent.

Experience: Prefer at least one-year experience performing MRI.

At the time of hire: ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification and maintenance (See exceptions below, if only has ARRT (R) IV certification (10 supervised IV sticks will be required during the probationary period)).

Current American Heart Association BLS Certification.

In lieu of ARRT(MRI) or ARMRIT at the time of hire, the following certifications are acceptable until either ARRT (M) or ARMRIT can be obtained.

ARRT (R) certification – [ARRT (MR) If not obtained at the time of hire, must be achieved within 12 months of employment].

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to work flexible schedules and varying locations as assigned.

Strong verbal and written English communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels of the hospital and departments.

Strong organization.

Strong time management ability.

Problem solver and critical thinker with the ability to anticipate possible issues.

Strong computer skills.

Self-initiative.

Knowledge of hospital safety, quality and joint commission standards.

Physical Demand and Working Conditions

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley (SHCTV) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment.

Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above.

People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment.

Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above.

People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale

Generally starting at $59.50 - $79.33 per hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.