Technologist-MRI

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Starkville, MS is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform imaging procedures that support diagnosis and treatment, following radiology practice standards and department protocols. You will operate MR equipment, position patients, ensure safety, and contribute to accurate results.

Responsibilities include patient positioning, protocol selection, accurate documentation, equipment care, and participation in performance improvement activities.

Qualifications

• 6 months MRI experience or related imaging experience by end of orientation.
• ARRT(R) registration required; MR registry preferred.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• State license as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging procedures according to radiology standards and department protocols.
• Position patients and select appropriate techniques for optimal studies.
• Develop and implement procedure/treatment plans as directed.
• Complete documentation to comply with hospital policies.
• Maintain equipment and rooms in a neat and safe condition.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities to ensure standards.
• Complete assigned goals.

Skills

MRI procedures

Job description

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.

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

Minimum Required Experience

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

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.

Minimum Required Licensure

ARRT(R); BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;NEW GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 60 DAYS OF HIRE;STATE LICENSE AS REQUIRED

Minimum Required Special Skills

Basic computer literacy skills.

Preferred/Desired Licensure

ARRT(MR)