MRI Technologist - Paola Campus

MCM Miami County Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an MRI Technologist for the Paola Campus to deliver high-quality MRI imaging with compassionate patient care. You will work four 10-hour shifts, collaborating with technologists, nurses, and radiologists to ensure timely, accurate studies.

Responsibilities include performing MRI exams, maintaining image quality, QC/QI tasks, and assisting with patient care and procedures while upholding safety policies.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technology program.
• ARRT MRI credential required upon hire or within 1.5 years.
• CPR/BLS certification required; additional BLS within 14 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI exams for inpatients, outpatients, and ECC.
• Ensure image quality and safety; QC/QI duties as needed.
• Prepare department for next shift and manage supplies.
• Assist radiologists and clinical staff with patient care and procedures.

Skills

MRI safety

Patient care

Team collaboration

Equipment operation

Education

ARRT MRI credential within 1.5 years

CPR/BLS

Associates degree (preferred)

Graduate of accredited Radiology Technology program

Job description

Position Title MRI Technologist – Paola Campus Days – Full Time – Paola Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest: Deliver Magnetic Resonance imaging services to all patients by providing modern medicine and compassionate care. This includes inpatient, outpatient and emergent diagnostic procedures. The technologist must work independently or with a team of other professionals that include other technologists, nurses and radiologists to deliver outstanding diagnostic imaging service. Note: This position will work four 10 hour shifts consisting of Tuesday thru Thursday 9:30am-8:00pm and Friday 7:00am-5:30pm.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrates knowledge and application of all MRI exams on inpatients, outpatients, and ECC as described in department policy and procedure manual.
• Accurately and efficiently performs all scans requested.
• Has the department ready for use for next shift.
• Performs technical and clerical duties inclusive of cardiac and vascular MRI scans, add-on patients, and Q.C./Q.I. functions for equipment and appropriate patient care.
• Responsible for the technical quality of scans, including but not limited to image quality, proper signal/noise ratio, filters, and window/level.
• Immediately reports equipment malfunction, concerns, and anomalies to the department manager/director and Biomed Department.
• Understands the importance of providing quality and timely customer service for any ordering physician.
• Assists Radiologists and other medical staff performing patient care procedures such as patient lifting, I.V. insertion, drawing blood, or others, as assigned.
• Provides patients with accurate procedure detail.
• Communicates with the patients and gives the customer their business card upon departure.
• Utilizes the five points of communication: Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You.
• Implements the Language of Caring lessons into their customer service skills.
• Understands all computer/software applications that are required to perform day, evening, and night work flow tasks.
• Utilizes IT help desk when appropriate.
• Available to assist in other departments when needed or assigned.
• Individual capitalizes on all licenses, certifications, and qualifications that they obtain.
• Understands all Reconstruction Applications available and is capable of utilizing them.
• Proficient with the use of the manufacturer online forum and its applications to improve scan protocols.
• Verifies orders in the patient chart/EMR.
• Reviews Radnet contrast safety questionnaire with patient.
• Follows Department Policy for contrast use.
• Ensures consent form is signed for appropriate designated exams.
• Follows the MRI safety policy.
• Diligent about safety as it pertains to anyone entering the MRI scan room.
• Absolutely restricts items attracted by magnets from entering the MRI scan room including personal items and non-compatible medical devices.
• Technologists and Radiologists will work together to assure appropriate age specific protocols.
• Monitors supplies and informs ordering Technologist of supplies that need to be ordered in a timely manner.
• Performs assignments such as restocking supplies as needed or requested.
• Participates in regular inventory process and checks expiration dates on all items.
• Understands the evolution of business, technologies, and processes.
• Shows initiative to accept challenges with a positive attitude.
• Comprehends that changes occur that require flexibility.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

Required Education and Experience

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology

Preferred Education and Experience

Associates Degree 1 or more years of experience

Required Licensure and Certification

• CPR/ AED/ BLS
• Other BLS within 14 days
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required upon hire if candidate has not obtained their ARRT (R). Candidates that have their ARRT (R) will be required to obtain their Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) credentials within 1.5 years of hire

Time Type

Full time

Job Requisition ID

R-59172

Important information for you to know as you apply

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.

See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail].

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world‑class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life‑changing treatments for the people we serve.