MRI Technologist (Tech) - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

easyservice; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Health in Youngstown, OH is seeking an experienced MRI Technologist to operate MRI imaging systems, adhere to protocols and ensure high-quality patient care under Radiologist supervision.

Requirements include ARRT MRI certification (or within 1 year), BLS, and 1 year of MRI dept. experience preferred. Position supports a 24-hour work week with comprehensive radiology benefits.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification in Diagnostic Radiology with Advanced MRI Registry required or within one year of hire.
• BLS certification preferred or required prior to direct patient care.
• About 1 year of MRI department hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI imaging modalities according to established protocols.
• Ensure patient and procedural data quality and accuracy.
• Apply MRI safety principles to minimize risk to patient and staff.
• Select appropriate MRI pulse sequences and scan parameters per protocol.
• Assist in training MRI students and supervise junior staff.
• Provide direct patient care and instructions before, during, and after procedures.
• Assist with IV injections and contrast administration as needed.
• Troubleshoot MRI equipment and report malfunctions to radiology maintenance.

Skills

MRI workflow knowledge

MRI safety principles

Direct patient care

MRI equipment troubleshooting

Staff training involvement

Education

Associate's degree ARRT accredited (preferred)

Tools

EPIC EHR

PACS

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24

Work Shift: All Work Shifts (United States of America)

Mercy Health

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

MRI Technologist (Tech) - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

Job Summary

The MRI Tech is responsible for daily modality operations. They perform Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) according to established protocols and works closely under the direction of the Radiologist and other physicians.

Essential Functions

• Knowledge in workflows, procedures, operation, and processes of the MRI imaging modalities.
• Applies principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Confirms the quality and accuracy of all pertinent patient and procedural data.
• Selects proper MRI pulse sequences and scan parameters according to established protocols.
• Contributes to the training and education of new staff and assists in oversight of MRI students.
• Provides direct patient care and instructions before, during, and after procedure.
• Performs IV injections and administers magnetic contrast agents specific to procedure.
• Troubleshoots equipment during malfunction in absence of service engineer and reports malfunction to radiology maintenance/supervisor.

Education

Associate's from an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) accredited institute (preferred)

Licensure/Certification

• Certification and Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Diagnostic Radiology with Advanced MRI Registry (MR) (required, or must within one year of hire)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, required prior to direct patient care)

Experience

• 1 year of experience in MRI department in hospital setting (preferred)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) (preferred)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department

Radiology - MRI - St. Elizabeth

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