MRI Technologist New! Magnetic Resonance Imaging | Full-Time | Gilbert Quick Apply! Magnetic Resonance Imaging Type: Location: Gilbert

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Gilbert (AZ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc. in Gilbert, AZ is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform diagnostic MRI procedures for pediatric patients and to support the Diagnostic Imaging team. You will train Radiography students, deliver MRI safety lectures, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Shift: Fri, Sat, Sun, Days, 6am–6:30pm. You will handle imaging with RIS coding and record archiving, maintain equipment calibration, and provide MRI safety information to patients and families.

Qualifications

• Current ARRT or ARMRIT registration in MRI
• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association
• Current Arizona Radiation Regulatory Agency MRTBE CRT certification
• CT experience
• One year pediatric imaging experience

Responsibilities

• Assists in training Radiography students and provides MRI safety lectures.
• Performs diagnostic MRI procedures and imaging tests.
• Finalizes records in RIS and archives according to Radiologist specifications.
• Maintains equipment calibration and reports maintenance needs.
• Provides MRI safety information to patients and families.
• Supports quality improvement initiatives and new procedures.

Education

Successful completion of a JRCERT approved MRI program

Job description

Department: PCH-EV JV | Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Location: Gilbert

Shift: Fri, Sat, Sun, Days, 6am-6:30pm

Posting #: 1063346

Employee Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

This position performs diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging procedures to provide data for diagnosis of disease and injuries in accordance with all applicable standards, regulations and licensing requirements.

Position Duties

• This position receives supervision of work activities from the Manager, Diagnostic Imaging. This position does not supervise any other position.
  
• Assists in training of Radiography students, as needed. Regularly provides MRI safety lectures to all hospital staff members.
  
• Maintains professional and technical competency through constantly pursuing knowledge and self-improvement by remaining apprised of current literature, practices, and new developments in the fields covered by diagnostic imaging.
  
• Participates in the evaluation and development of new procedures and protocols for imaging sequences and quality improvement initiatives. Proactively evaluates practices and assists to create and implement changes to increase and enhance the effectiveness of methods.
  
• Performs diagnostic MRI procedures and imaging tests as prescribed. Determines proper technique to ensure optimal results in accordance with all applicable standards and procedures.
  
• Performs finalizing functions including, but not limited to, limited coding using radiology information system (RIS) to provide for timely and accurate patient information and charge capture. Archives records in accordance with Radiologist specifications.
  
• Performs regular equipment calibration and maintenance in accordance with established instructions. Identifies and troubleshoots malfunctions to ensure continuous proper and safe operations. Reports service needs and preventive maintenance issues as appropriate.
  
• Provides MRI safety information and lectures to patients and families to ensure thorough understanding of procedure protocols.
  
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
  

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Position Qualifications

Education

• Successful completion of a JRCERT approved MRI program

Experience

• CT experience
• One year pediatric imaging experience

Additional Requirements

• Current ARRT or ARMRIT registration in MRI
• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association
• Current Arizona Radiation Regulatory Agency MRTBE CRT certification

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

• Physical Requirement - Climbing - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Hearing - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Reaching - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Sitting - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Standing - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Talking - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Walking - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Constantly
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Confined areas - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable