MRI Technologist - MRI - 36 Hours - Days

Henry Ford Health System; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Radiologic Technologist to join their Magnetic Resonance Imaging department. This role involves operating advanced imaging equipment, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality standards for diagnostic images. With a focus on patient care and technical expertise, you will play a crucial role in the healthcare team. The position offers a competitive salary, a generous sign-on bonus, and opportunities for professional development. Join a supportive environment where your contributions make a significant impact on patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience or Associate's degree required.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a scanner to obtain diagnostic images and prepare patients.
• Ensure proper functioning of equipment and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Radiation Safety Procedures

Image Quality Assurance

Technical Parameters Selection

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Technical Degree

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

Location: Henry Ford St. John Hospital 22101 Moross Rd Detroit, MI 48236

Up to $7,500 Sign-on Bonus

Full Time Benefit Eligible

Shift: FT 36 hours per week, day shift, rotating on-call, rotating weekends and some holidays

Operate a scanner to obtain images used to diagnose and treat of pathologies. - Prepare and position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately to produce cross-sectional images of the body. - Perform patient pre-screening, scheduling, and education related to the examination. - Enter and monitor patient data, transfer images from disk to magnetic media to produce the transparency, and develop film in an automatic processor. - Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines. - Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history). - Ensure equipment is properly functioning. Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. - Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. No additional preferences.

CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.


• One or more of the following required:




• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.


• Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.


• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.


• Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.


• Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Health St. John Hospital


• Department: Magnetic Resonance Imaging 001


• Shift: Day Job


• Union Code: Not Applicable