MRI Technologist, Per Diem, Day Shift

Adventist Health; St. Helena (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit integrated health system is seeking an MRI Technologist in St. Helena, California. This role involves operating MRI equipment to produce images necessary for medical diagnosis, coordinating patient care, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Candidates must hold an MRI certificate or equivalent and be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. BLS and venipuncture certifications are also required. This position supports a mission of providing health, wholeness, and hope.

Qualifications

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in ARRT-R or ARRT-MR.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Venipuncture certification required in CA.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI equipment to produce diagnostic images.
• Coordinate with patient services for optimal care.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and standards.

Skills

MRI operation

Patient care coordination

Contrast media administration

Education

Certificate or diploma from MRI school or Associate's degree in Radiology

Bachelor's Degree in radiologic technology

Job description

Job Description

Located in one of the most beautiful regions in the United States, St. Helena Hospital was founded in 1878 and has a rich history of innovative medical care. We are comprised of a 151-bed hospital, emergency department and medical offices with centers of excellence in specialty care, including Adventist Heart and Vascular Institute, Coon Joint Replacement Institute, Martin-O'Neil Cancer Center and Behavioral Health units. In the heart of Napa Valley, St. Helena is a charming place, and the quality of life is unsurpassed with outdoor adventure, rejuvenation at luxurious spas, popular restaurants, as well as perfect weekend getaways to San Francisco or the coast.

Job Summary

Produces images for medical diagnosis by operating magnetic resonance equipment. Performs procedures and calibrates and operates equipment under limited radiologist direction. Processes images and coordinates patient care with other patient services.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• Certificate or diploma from MRI school or Associate's degree in Radiology: Required
• Bachelor's Degree in radiologic technology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor's): Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiology (ARRT-R) or Magnetic Resonance (ARRT-MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT): Required
• Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
• Fluoroscopy license in state of employment: Preferred in CA
• Venipuncture certification: Required in CA
• ARRT-Radiography (ARRT-R) or ARRT-Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARRT-MRI) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT): Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS: Required
• Venipuncture (IV) certification: Required

Essential Functions

• Scans patients in accordance with established protocols and physician orders. Performs MRI diagnostic procedures in accordance with accepted protocols as directed by physicians. Produces images in order to diagnose and monitor a variety of conditions. Uses equipment to direct strong magnetic fields and radio frequencies to create 3D images of a patient's body tissues and capture quality images that describe the composition, shape and pathology of tissues. Summarizes, documents, verifies and presents images, findings, calculations and measurements to physicians for diagnoses. Ensures compliance with local, state and federal regulations, standards and protocols.
• Prepares, administers and monitors contrast media. Adheres to precaution standards.
• Obtains pertinent patient information and disseminates subsequent patient preparation instructions to patient care areas.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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ABOUT US

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.