MRI Technologist 2, Full-Time, Nights, four 10-hour shifts per week, every other weekend required

Jackson Health•Miami, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist performs skilled Magnetic Resonance Imaging work, conducting computerized scans and operating complex equipment to complete specialized diagnostic studies. The role supports patient and departmental workflow, MRI safety, quality assurance, coordination with clinical colleagues, and training of students and new employees. The technologist may assume the supervisor’s duties in their absence and performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Generally requires 5 to 7 years of related experience.
Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program with MRI training, or an accredited MRI educational program.
Current ARRT certification with MRI credential (R.T. (MR)(ARRT)) or current ARMRIT MRI certification.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire, with at least 6 months of validity, maintained at JHS for the duration of employment.
Any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers required by the unit, with at least 6 months of validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment.
Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Knowledge and skill in using job-appropriate technology and software applications.
Must meet and maintain current unit-specific and organizational skills and competencies, certifications, and licensures required by the clinical area.

Responsibilities

Perform all functions of the MRI Technologist I as required.
Maintain the flow of inpatients and outpatients in the department.
Assist the supervisor as safety officer and review patient prescreening forms with employees to help assure patient safety.
Give the next shift a verbal or email report on priority, stat, and emergency cases, departmental irregularities, equipment issues requiring follow-up, and unplanned coworker absences.
Report abnormalities arising during the shift to the supervisor.
Review and triage outpatient orders.
Review inpatient requisitions with the MRI Fellow to ensure the proper study is ordered.
Communicate with MRI Fellows about priority, stat, and emergency cases during the shift.
Ensure technologists are in their assigned areas and following proper procedure protocols.
Ensure the technologist assigned to a magnet answers local calls from the reading room.
Help train students and new employees.
Call equipment service when needed and follow up on equipment issues.
Correct problems with pending exams in Cerner and check the work list daily.
Perform daily quality assurance to help ensure quality exams are performed.
Check and correct discrepancies or problems in PACS.
Assist the supervisor with implementing new imaging protocols and department quality improvements.
Assist the supervisor with ordering supplies.
Run a magnet and provide lunch relief as needed.
Coordinate workflow with the MRI nurse and MSA.
Check in and check out appointments in Cerner as necessary.
Create client billing encounters for patients.
Assume the supervisor's duties in their absence.
Demonstrate service excellence and CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Expertise.
Perform other related job duties as assigned.