MRI Technologist - Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center - Variable Shift - Per Diem

Sharp HealthCare; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare in Chula Vista, CA is seeking a skilled MRI Technologist to perform a wide range of imaging procedures with quality patient care, under Radiologist supervision.

This on-site role requires AHA BLS certification and ARMRIT or MR(ARRT) certification, with the ability to prepare patients, optimize imaging, and ensure accurate documentation. Preference is given to candidates with 1 year MRI experience.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of formal training program in an AMA approved school and meets state/federal certification requirements.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS) - REQUIRED
• ARMRIT Certification OR MR (ARRT) Certification - REQUIRED

Responsibilities

• Documentation management and accurate coding of exams.
• Patient and family education about procedures and consent.
• Generate high quality imaging exams using proper positioning and protocols.
• Maintain patient safety and confidentiality; follow universal precautions.

Skills

BLS Certification

MRI Procedures

Education

AMA approved training program

ARRT/MR certification

Job description

Hours

Shift Start Time:

Shift End Time:

AWS Hours Requirement:

Additional Shift Information:

Weekend Requirements:

On-Call Required:

Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):

$54.670 - $70.540 - $79.000

The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position. The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant's years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices.

What You Will Do

To perform a wide variety of technical procedures with quality patient care, assisting Physicians as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of formal training program in an AMA approved school and meets the requirements of an appropriate State and/or Federal mandated certification or equivalent.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
• ARMRIT Certification - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists OR Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certification (MR)(ARRT) - ARRT -REQUIRED

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 Year MRI experience.

Essential Functions

• Documentation management
  Verify physicians written order and assures appropriate clinical indication of ordered exams.
  Begin exams in RIS.
  Accurately complete exams in RIS, filling out appropriate information (contrast, fluoroscopy time, QC, resource, technical modifiers, technologist/student/RN/Radiologist).
  Provide correct coding of exams, billing modifiers, supplies.
  Depart patient in RIS when appropriate.
  Ensure film jacket is properly labeled.
  Ensure paperwork is filed appropriately.
• Patient and family education
  Provides pre and post procedure education and reassurance to include but not limited to: What the procedure is, how long it is going to take, physician involved, contrast administration and mode of delivery, positioning, instructions related to procedure, the report, patient satisfaction form, etc.
  Interacts and communicates in a manner to reflect an understanding of the patient's age, culture, state of health, level of comprehension.
  Communicates and interacts with the patient's family in a way that is perceived positive and supportive while maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Produce high quality exams
  Understands and applies appropriate imaging techniques.
  Positions according to department imaging protocols.
  Labels and identifies studies correctly using legal marker set.
  Uses imaging equipment proficiently.
  Uses imaging agents (contrast) according to protocol.
• Quality assurance
  Verifies patient identification and pregnancy status.
  Implements safe, efficient and therapeutic care.
  Assists Radiologist in procedures while practicing sterile techniques to prevent cross-contamination.
  Performs proper procedure on proper patient.
  Demonstrates knowledge of universal precautions.
  Observes the patient, reports any changes in status, and initiates appropriate action to ensure a positive outcome. Follows patient's Advanced Directive.
  Maintains strict patient confidentiality, keeps work discussion professional and limited to private areas.

Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class

AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; ARMRIT Certification - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists; Certified Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR)(ARRT) - ARRT; Other