TECH - MRI

Universal Health Services; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Universal Health Services operates Doctors Hospital of Laredo, a 183-bed acute care facility in Laredo, TX. The MRI technologist is responsible for the operation of diagnostic MRI procedures at a technical level not requiring direct supervision.

Essential duties include patient identification, chart review, image quality assurance, and communication with radiologists and care teams. A radiologic technology degree and ARRT MRI certification (or eligibility) are required, with BLS certification

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized, approved AMA Council of Education program in radiologic technology; associate's degree preferred.
• ARRT certification in MRI or registry eligible; BLS required.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology; ability to recognize subtle differences between healthy and pathological areas.

Responsibilities

• Operates diagnostic MRI equipment and performs MRI procedures.
• Identifies patient, reviews charts, and records pertinent data during examinations.
• Ensures proper image identification and communicates results to the radiologist and care team.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

MRI operation

Patient positioning

Pathology recognition

BLS knowledge

Education

Associate degree in radiologic technology

ARRT MRI certification or registry eligibility

BLS certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Doctors Hospital of Laredo, in Laredo, TX, is a 183-bed acute care facility that offers a range of medical services. You'll feel a difference when you walk in our doors. There's pride in the care we deliver and a commitment to serving Laredo's growing healthcare needs.

To learn more visit https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com

Job Summary

Responsible for the operation of diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging for the performance of all MRI's procedures at a technical level not requiring direct supervision.

Essential Job Functions

1. Identifies each patient, reviews each patient's chart and previous examinations for consistency (examination ordered/clinical diagnosis), and records pertinent data at all times.
2. Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examination to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure.
3. Identifies anatomical orientation on all required images, and ensures proper film identification on all images

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off
• Excellent Benefit Packages
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of a recognized, approved American Medical Association Council of Education program in radiologic technology; associate's degree preferred.

Licensure: Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists; Certification by A.R.R.T on MRI or registry eligible.

• BLS Required

Skills: Knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Ability to recognize subtle differences between healthy and pathological areas.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.