This position is full time (40 hours per week.) Evening shift (12P-8:30P), M-F and rotating Weekends and Holidays. Radiology candidates who accept a part-time or full-time position with University Hospitals are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $10,000 (for full-time) or $5,000 (for part-time). Eligible positions include: CT Tech, MRI, Mammography, Mobile Van Mammography, Multi-Modality, Nuclear Med Tech, Radiographer, Sonographer and Special Procedures Ask your recruiter for details!
A career as a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technologist is exciting for those who are passionate about health care, patient comfort and saving lives. As a technologist, you are asked to operate MRI scanners and to ensure that the procedure produces quality images and information for the health care professional to make an accurate diagnosis. You have the chance to work and interact directly with patients as you ensure that they are comfortable and calm. Utilize your medical knowledge by interviewing patients, explaining the procedure and placing the patient in the appropriate spot on the table. Technologists are also organized, detail-oriented people who are familiar with the anatomical area that is being scanned and the patient's history. Develop relationships with patients as you help diagnose their condition as an MRI technologist.
A Brief Overview
Performs MRI scans at the direction of physician protocol. Provides compassionate age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.
What You Will Do Performs MRI scans as directed by radiologist. Patient care during visit to MRI. Answers phones and arranges schedule for in-patient request. Assures a safe and clean environment. Maintains knowledge of technical skills. Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients/customers and coworkers. Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment. Displays commitment to the mission of the hospital and its values. Demonstrates successful technical/patient skills by efficiently implementing special procedure technology in the MR area. Uses administrative skills to contribute to the successful operation of the department. Collaborates effectively and in a timely manner with co-workers and clinical staff. Provides age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics. Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace. Qualifications: Education Associate's Degree Completion of an accredited 2 year program in a school of Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology (Required) or Other Accredited Program Completion of an accredited 2 year program in a school of Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology (Required) Work Experience MR scanning experience. (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of sterile and surgical procedures. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of MRI equipment and safety in MRI environment. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of radiology information system. (Required proficiency) Basic knowledge of oxygen tanks, suction machine and emergency equipment. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT:R) (Preferred) or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) (Required) or Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) (Required) or ARDMS (Required) Registered Technologist MRI (ARRT-MR) within 1 Year (Required) and Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Hire (Required) and Physical Demands Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently 50 lbs Carrying Frequently 50 lbs Pushing Frequently 50 lbs Pulling Frequently 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly Travel Requirements 10%
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