MRI Technologist - Inpatient

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Central Alabama is seeking an MRI Technologist responsible for producing quality diagnostic medical images and conducting various technical procedures. The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma, be a graduate of a School of Radiologic Technology, and hold an active ARRT (R)(MR) registry along with a BLS certification. This is a full-time position working the first shift at Baptist Medical Center South with a focus on patient safety and communication.

Qualifications

• Active ARRT (R)(MR) registry required.
• BLS required.
• Ability to work within rigid time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Produce quality diagnostic medical images.
• Perform duties involved with various technical procedures.
• Remain aware of patient condition at all times.

Skills

Reasoning ability

Effective communication skills

Good judgment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a School of Radiologic Technology

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.

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.
• Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action.
• Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
• 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.
• Protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels.
• 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 South

Job

MRI Technologist - Inpatient (Registered)

Job Type

Regular-Full time

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)