MRI Technologist II

Arkansas Children's Hospital; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus ($10K)

Job summary

Arkansas Children's Hospital is looking for an MRI Technician for a part-time role (24 hours/week). The position offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus and requires an Associate's degree. Candidates should have direct experience, preferably in pediatrics.

The technician will perform diagnostic scans, ensure safety protocols are adhered to, and maintain equipment. This is a safety sensitive position and flu vaccines are required.

Qualifications

• Direct 2 years of experience required.
• Pediatric experience recommended.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic scans as directed by Radiologists.
• Use correct scan protocols to optimize image quality.
• Screen patients for pregnancy and MRI contraindications.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Troubleshoot and report equipment malfunctions.

Skills

Diagnostic scanning skills

Knowledge of protocols

Patient positioning

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

MRI machines

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Work Shift: WEO Days (24 hrs/wk)

Time Type: Part time

Department: CC094235 MRI Technology

Summary

$10K SIGN-ON BONUS - WEO Days (24 hrs/wk)

Required Education

• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college program, technical school, or nursing diploma.

Recommended Education

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university.

Required Work Experience

• Direct - 2 years of experience.

Recommended Work Experience

• Direct - Pediatric.

Required Certifications

• 1 of the following license or registry is required.

Recommended Certifications

• ARRT – MRI Specialist - American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT)
• MRI Technician Certification - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)

Description

• Knowledge of skills to perform diagnostic scans as directed by Radiologists.
• Developed knowledge to use correct scan protocols to optimize image quality while decreasing scan length and repeat procedures; demonstrates knowledge of patient positioning and coil selection.
• Developed knowledge to properly screen patients, families, and staff with attention to pregnancy and MRI contraindications.
• Developed knowledge about and adheres to all safety recommendations regarding MRI.
• Ensures that work area is properly maintained.
• Has developed the ability to troubleshoot and report malfunctioning equipment.
• Complies with all TJC, state, federal, and local regulatory laws, standards, and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.