Radiology MRI Per Diem Technologist

HealthPartners, Inc.; Minnesota; On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

HealthPartners is seeking a Per Diem MRI technologist to perform MRI exams with independent judgment and initiative. The role includes patient preparation, contrast administration, and IV start capabilities.

The incumbent will mentor Radiologic Technology Students and Interns and must meet ARRT MRI advanced registry requirements. The position is Per Diem with a minimum commitment of two shifts per month if offered, and will involve on-site responsibilities at the hospital in Minnesota.

Qualifications

• ARRT MRI Advanced Registry with 1 year MRI experience required.
• BLS certification and IV start class required (regions hospital sponsored).
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physics and safety in radiologic imaging procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI exams with independent judgment and initiative.
• Prepares patients for MRI exams, administers contrast
• Capable of starting an intravenous catheter
• Serves as a resource for Radiologic Technology Students and Interns
• Per Diem staff must pick up at least 2 shifts per month if offered
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Imaging physics knowledge

Effective communication

Ability to work under stress

Equipment operation

Education

ARRT MRI Advanced Registry with 1 year MRI experience

Job description

Performs MRI exams using independent judgment and initiative; prepares patients for MRI exams, administers contrast media, and is capable of starting an intravenous catheter. Functions as a resource person for Radiologic Technology Students and Radiologic Technology Interns. Per Diem staff must pick up at least 2 shifts per month if offered. Performs other duties as assigned.

Schedule: Per Diem

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:
  • Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiology Technologists and must have the advanced ARRT registry in MRI with a minimum 1 year MRI experience or must have completed a comprehensive ARRT accredited MRI program with an advanced registry in MRI.
• Licensure/ Registration/Certification:
  • Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist and must have the advanced ARRT registry in MRI with minimum 1 year MRI experience.
  • Or must have completed a comprehensive ARRT accredited MRI program with an advanced registry in MRI.
  • BLS and a Regions hospital sponsored IV start class is required. (BLS must be from an AHA or ALA sponsored program)
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of human anatomy and physics related to Radiologic and / or Imaging Technologies.
  • Knowledge of basic techniques of Radiologic and / or Imaging Technologies.
  • Knowledge of routines and procedures required to produce quality images for a wide variety of procedures, including advanced and specialized procedures.
  • Knowledge of safety techniques, including radiation safety, required during radiologic/medical imaging procedures
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of patients, of all ages, cultures and physical conditions.
  • Ability to work in stressful situations, including emergency situations.
  • Ability to operate imaging processing equipment, and utilize medical imaging accessory devices.