MRI Technologist - Inpatient

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking an MRI Technologist for inpatient services at Baptist Medical Center East. The role focuses on producing high-quality diagnostic images using MRI technology, with responsibilities across various procedures and patient care within the radiology department.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, graduation from a School of Radiologic Technology, and an active ARRT (R)(MR) registry with BLS.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a School of Radiologic Technology.
• Active ARRT (R)(MR) registry required, BLS required.
• Must possess reasoning ability and good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Produce quality diagnostic MRI images.
• Apply the magnetic field for detecting pathology.
• Maintain patient positioning and comfort during procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduate of School of Radiologic Technology

Tools

MRI machine

Radiology equipment

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.

To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights

Summary

The MRI Technologist shall be responsible to produce quality diagnostic medical images. This individual will perform duties involved with a variety of technical procedures applying the magnetic field for detecting pathology. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience

High School diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of a School of Radiologic Technology.

License / Certification

Active ARRT (R)(MR) registry required, BLS required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess reasoning ability and good judgment.
• Must have the ability to work within rigid time constraints.
• Must remain aware of patient condition at all times.
• Must demonstrate effective communication skills.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting for 33% of the workday, standing 33% and mobility 34% of the workday.

There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.

There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action.

Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.

There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person.

Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range.

Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels.

Much exposure to computer work.

Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock.

Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks.

Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Exposure to radiation.

Must be able to assist and maneuver patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds.

Primary Location

Baptist Medical Center East

Job

MRI Technologist - Inpatient

MRI Technologist - Inpatient

Job Type

Regular-Full time

Shift

Second Shift (United States of America)