MRI Technologist, Jewish Hospital, 9p-7:30a

University Medical Center, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking an MRI Technologist to operate MRI scanners, prepare contrast media, and ensure patient safety and documentation. The candidate will perform imaging procedures, adhere to safety standards, and support quality assurance initiatives within the radiology department.

Qualified individuals will have MR radiologic technology education, ARRT certification, and Kentucky licensure or eligibility, with BLS trained within 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited MR Radiologic Technology program.
• Prior MRI experience preferred.
• Valid Kentucky Radiation Operator’s License preferred.
• ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology and MR required within 2 years of hire.
• BLS certification from AHA within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI procedures following radiologist protocols.
• Maintain patient safety and follow PPE/SOPs.
• Prepare and administer contrast media per policy and regulations.
• Maintain patient records and perform QA on MRI equipment.

Skills

MRI knowledge

Radiologic tech

Patient care

Education

MR Radiologic Technology

Job description

Primary Location: JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC Address: 200 Abraham Flexner Way Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: Third Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description

The MRI Technologist operates a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images for use by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. The MRI Technologist maintains knowledge and awareness high magnetic field strength safety. The MRI Technologist will prepare and administer contrast media in accordance with hospital policy and procedure as well as state and federal regulations. The employee obtains patient history and screening forms, explains routine procedures and addresses patient concerns. Responsible for maintaining patient record and files and performs quality assurance on magnetic resonance scanner, as needed.

Essential Functions

• Performs procedures to ensure quality patient care in accordance with Radiologist’s expectations and protocols
• Ensures compliance with the National Patient Safety goals
• Supports and reports any identified compliance matters
• Participates in hospital and department quality assurance programs to ensure safety and satisfaction
• Uses standard precautions, including PPE, at all time
• Contributes to the efficient operation and monitoring of the department and utilizes our resources efficiently

Other Functions

• Maintains professional development and education for technical competency
• Maintains regulatory compliance and licensure for current position
• Attends all UofL Health required educational programs and completes all KNOW modules
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of MR Radiologic Technology (required)

Experience

• Previous experience in MRI (preferred)

Licensure

• Valid Kentucky Radiation Operator’s License (strongly preferred)

Certification

• Possess and maintain certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Possess and maintain certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) within 2 year of employment or transferring into position

Basic Life Support

• BLS accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) within 30 days of employment (required)

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with nine hospitals, four medical centers, Brown Cancer Center, Eye Institute, nearly 200 physician practice locations and more than 1,000 providers in Louisville and the surrounding counties, including southern Indiana. Additional access to UofL Health is provided through a partnership with Carroll County Memorial Hospital. With more than 14,000 team members – physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly-skilled health care professionals, UofL Health is focused on one mission: to transform the health of communities we serve through compassionate, innovative, patient-centered care.