MRI Tech- Weekend Days- JPS Main

JPS Health Network•Fort Worth, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist I-IV operates magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. This role is for Weekend Days at JPS Main. JPS Health Network is a large healthcare system in North Texas, employing over 7,200 people across more than 25 locations. Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network, with specialties ranging from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The group is focused on providing high-quality, compassionate clinical care.

Requirements

Completion of JCERT approved school of Radiology Technology or ACR approved training course.
Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in MRI, the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT), or MRI certification eligible; must obtain within 12 months of hire date.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) by first day of employment is required.
MRI Technologist I: 0-1.99 years of experience in medical imaging.
MRI Technologist II: 2-4.99 years of experience in medical imaging.
MRI Technologist III: 5-9.99 years of experience in medical imaging.
MRI Technologist IV: 10 plus years of experience in medical imaging.

Nice To Haves

Certified by the State of Texas as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).
Associate degree in Radiologic Sciences.

Responsibilities

Performs procedures as ordered and obtains images according to written protocols.
Positions patients appropriately using immobilization and protective equipment as directed by the provider.
Organizes and accurately performs the individual steps in established procedures in the proper sequence.
Reviews, manipulates, and evaluates images to deliver high quality diagnostic images. This includes any required post processing at remote workstations.
Screens and interviews each patient using designated MRI Patient Clinical Assessment Form.
Administers IV contrast with proper dosage according to department policy. Documents dosage in permanent record.
Performs and documents quality control on equipment according to manufacturer guidelines or department protocols; recognizes and takes appropriate action for abnormal results.
Reports equipment problems/failures to Bio-Med or Manager.
Ensures a safe and clean environment with all the necessary supplies needed to perform studies and procedures in exam room.
Applies and follows radiation safety principles (i.e. ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles) to ensure patient and staff safety.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and make independent decisions while maintaining tact, maturity and a positive attitude.
Understands and uses Picture Archival Computer System (PACS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and other software related to job responsibilities.
Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads.
Ability to work in variable environments and locations.
Performs routine assignments using existing procedures, and has conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a discipline, typically acquired through technical training.
Develops competence by performing structured work assignments, and receiving instruction, guidance, and direction from others.