Technologist-MRI

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Jonesboro, AR, is seeking an MRI technologist to perform imaging procedures according to radiology practice standards to aid in diagnosis and treatment. The role requires MR registry and adherence to hospital protocols.

The position involves planning and executing imaging procedures, maintaining equipment, and engaging in quality improvement activities to ensure patient safety and high care standards.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in MRI to meet competencies.
• ARRT(R) registry; MR preferred; BLS within 30 days of hire.
• Basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding of radiologic principles and uses appropriate technique and positioning.
• Develops and implements procedure/treatment plan.
• Completes documentation per hospital policies.
• Maintains equipment, rooms and work areas in clean, safe condition.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities to align with standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

MRI basics

Technique selection

Procedure planning

Documentation

Education

ARRT(R) Registry

ARRT(MR) preferred

Tools

PACS

Radiology equipment

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Population Served

Job Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.
  
  

Specifications

Experience

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired

6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all MRI competencies at the end of orientation period.

Education

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired

Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT ( R) required. Registry in

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

ARRT(MR) preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.

Training

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired

Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired

ARRT(R);BLS CERTIFICATION ARRT(MR)

WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;NEW

Graduate Who Will Obtain

REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN

60 DAYS OF HIRE;STATE

License As Required

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

Reporting Relationships

No

Work Environment

Functional Demands

Label Short Description Full Description

Sedentary Very light energy Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs.

level cart

Light

Moderate energy level

Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)

Medium

High energy level

Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)

Heavy Very high energy Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull >

level 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max

assist sit to stand transfer.

Functional Demands Rating

Medium

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Standing

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Walking

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Bending

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell

Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear

Continuous

Sensory Requirements

Color Near Vision Far Vision Depth Perception Hearing

Discrimination

Accurate Accurate Moderate

Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Chemical

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Radiation

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter

Not Anticipated