MRI Technologist II - On Call

Kaiser Permanente; Antioch (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente seeks an MRI Technologist II to operate MRI equipment, produce diagnostic images, and ensure patient safety. The role requires clear patient communication and teamwork within Radiology.

The incumbent will train staff and may direct MRI employees as needed, while maintaining adherence to safety protocols. Required is a California Radiologic Technologist Certificate with venipuncture within 6 months of hire, BLS, and at least two years of relevant MRI experience in a clinical

Qualifications

• Two years of continuous MRI technologist experience.
• High School Diploma/GED required.
• California Radiologic Technologist Certificate and Venipuncture within 6 months.
• Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI equipment to produce diagnostic images.
• Explain MRI procedures to patients and address concerns.
• Ensure patient and staff safety and enforce safety protocols.
• Orient and train MRI staff and students.
• Direct, check, and train MRI employees as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

MRI proficiency

Teaching ability

Patient safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

MRI equipment

Job description

Job Summary:

Operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce cross-sectional images (photographs) of patients body for diagnostic purposes. Under the direction of the Chief of Radiology and the Imaging Services Director, with latitude for independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative, performs related technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Performs patient studies according to set protocol including placing specified coil close to area of interest.
• Operates imaging and other equipment devices so that quality diagnostic services are provided, including keying commands to specify scan sequences into computer, adjusting transmitters and receivers, and keying in data on keyboard of camera to photograph images.
• Interviews patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures to address patient concerns and exhibits a high degree of tact, courtesy and poise when interacting with patients, staff, and visitors.
• Ensures patient and staff safety, including explaining safety protocol, requesting removal of hazardous metal objects, alerting staff of danger or carrying metal around magnet, and monitoring patients via closed circuit TV.
• Orients new hires and trains MRI Technologist, students, trainees.
• Trains MRI Technologists I in MRI procedures.
• May be required to direct, check and train other MRI employees in absence of MRI Supervising Technologist.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.
• Supervisory Responsibilities
• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Grade 870

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• Have two (2) years Regular (twenty (20) hours or more per week) continuous recent experience as a MRI Technologist and be fully proficient in all the duties required of a MRI Technologist II to the satisfaction of the department manager.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED.

License, Certification, Registration

• Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California)
• Certified Radiologic Technologist - Venipuncture Certificate (California) within 6 months of hire
• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements:

• Must have demonstrated proficiency in teaching other Technologists.
• May be required to direct, check and train other MRI employee.
• Must be fully proficient in MRI to the full satisfaction of the department manager and have knowledge of the required protocols in performing complex MRI procedures.
• Effective oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ARRT certification preferred.