Weekend Program MRI Tech (Sat and Sun 12 hour Day shift)

Accountable for the positioning and immobilization of patients and proper selection of technical factors along with computer reformatting of acquired data to obtain magnetic resonance scans procedures of optimal quality.

Responsibilities

Positioning and immobilization of patients and proper selection of technical factors for MRI scans; Initiating IVs for administration of contrast media for MRI enhancement; Archiving images onto optical disks; Following MRI workflow including networking of images to PACS and verifying studies; Performing post processing of computer data to enhance data and image information; Operating support equipment for MRI; Transferring patients to and from MRI scanning table and preparing patient for examination; Obtaining documentation for department records related to patient statistics, supplies, billing information and preservation of patient records; Ensuring films are properly identified and numbered for each patient; Assisting in scheduling of examinations and documenting complete; Documenting confidential patient history and charge data; Obtaining confidential history of patient including allergy screening; Maintaining magnetic, radiation, fire and infection safety standards; Attending mandatory in-services and educational seminars; Keeping abreast of MRI and radiological skills and new developments; Maintaining good relations with internal and external customers

Requirements

2 yrs Radiology or MRI program graduate; ARRT or ARMRIT; 1 hour annually in stroke care; Basic knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and usual MRI procedures; ARRT Registry or ARMRIT; CPR Certification; Ability to work overtime when required; Ability to be flexible in starting times to meet demands; Ability to respond to work at short notice; Exposed to radiation; Ability to operate portable equipment; Ability to deal with extremely ill patients; Ability to communicate with patients; Ability to adjust to flexible work hours; Ability to work weekends, holidays and emergency call-back; Ability to participate on-call program and available to meet department needs with minimal notice; Ability to do light, medium or heavy lifting; Ability to make independent professional decisions using good judgment skills; Ability to practice high quality patient care and technical competence; Ability to function with minimal assistance in performing job activities; Ability to demonstrate oral and written communication skills; May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, such as film processing chemicals; Ability to attend out-of-town site visits to view equipment; Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance

Nice to have

MRI Certification Preferred or within 12 months of hire into position for (ARRT only); Prior experience with various age groups is preferred

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, Short- and Long-Term Disability); Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program