LocationIntermountain Health Logan Regional Hospital
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
Company size10,000+ people
First seen5d ago
Last seen1d ago
Job Description:
Responsibilities
As an MRI Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic MRI exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
This role will work rotating 12 hour shifts. A sign on bonus and relocation may be available to qualified applicants, if applicable.
Essential Functions
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Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
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Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
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Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
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Adheres to MRI safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment.
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Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality.
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Assists and instructs students and other MRI Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
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Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
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Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
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Understands and operates equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
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Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions.
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Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.
Skills
Requirements
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Anatomy knowledge
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Image evaluation
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Equipment operation
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Contrast protocols
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Emergency response
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Independent work
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Teamwork
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Effective communication
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Electronic imaging
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Task prioritization
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Clean environment
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MRI safety
Minimum Qualifications
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American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)® cross-trained in MRI
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Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
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IV Competency within 30 days of hire
Preferred Qualifications
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1-2 years of MRI technologist experience
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Physical Requirements
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Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
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Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
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Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
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Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
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Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
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May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
Location:
Intermountain Health Logan Regional Hospital
Work City:
Logan
Work State:
Utah
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$39.16 - $60.42
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