MRI Technologist PRN - Maryview Medical Center

Bon Secours is a network with a legacy spanning over 150 years, dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, our teams embrace the call to provide compassionate care and work with others who share common values to extend care to our communities.

Responsibilities

• Completes assigned tasks in a time frame appropriate for the situation; demonstrates flexibility to fluctuation in workload.
• Operates the magnetic resonance system, surface coils, physiologic gating devices, and related equipment to achieve desired results.
• Applies principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Positions the patient on the MRI scanning cradle to obtain the desired anatomic position; inputs patient information and selects scan parameters; scans patients according to established protocol and physician request; performs IV injections and has knowledge of use and care of existing IVs; administers magnetic contrast agents as required; manipulates images with available computer functions to visualize desired anatomy; performs quality assurance tests as specified by department protocol; maintains clinical competency as required for the department.
• Evaluates the patient, verifies patient ID and related information to ensure appropriate procedure; explains procedure to patient; prepares patient by obtaining history and consent form (if applicable); screens patients for metal safety; ensures patient comfort, privacy, and safety; monitors patient and equipment condition during the procedure and reports changes; troubleshoots equipment during malfunctions in absence of service engineer and reports issues to radiology maintenance/supervisor.
• Participates in education/instruction of students and orientation of new staff.
• Participates in performance improvement projects and assists the department in audits required by federal, state, and local agencies.
• Selects appropriate pulse sequences considering established protocols and data acquisition parameters.
• Maintains controlled access to the magnet room and Zone 2, 3 and 4.
• Quality control duties and collaboration with other modalities and departments.

Licensing/Certification

• MRI Registry from an accredited organization (ARRT) or ARMRIT (required).
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by state where job is performed).
• Option: Certification and Registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology; RDMS; ARRT(S); NMTCB; MR Registry (Advanced MRI Registry) required or must obtain within one year of hire.

Education

• Associate's degree from an ARRT-accredited institute (preferred).

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience in MRI department in a hospital setting (preferred).

Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred).
• PACS (preferred).

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible).
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support.
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.