Technologist-MRI: Redwolf

Baptist Memorial Health; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health in Jonesboro, AR seeks an MRI Technologist to perform imaging procedures according to radiology standards to aid diagnosis and treatment. The role requires ARRT(R) registration and onsite BLS within 30 days of hire.

The candidate should have at least 6 months MRI experience and be able to develop and implement procedure plans, maintain equipment, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in MRI to meet competencies by end of orientation.
• ARRT(R) registration required; MRI registry preferred.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI procedures according to radiology practice standards.
• Develops and implements MRI procedure/treatment plans within hospital protocols.
• Completes documentation to comply with hospital policies.
• Maintains MRI equipment, rooms, and work areas for safety.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities to ensure standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARRT(R) Certification

BLS Certification

MRI ARRT(MR) preferred

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.

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

Minimum Required

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

Education

Minimum Required

• 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.

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure

Minimum Required

• 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

Preferred/Desired

• ARRT(MR)