MRI Technologist III

Sutter Health•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

The MRI Technologist III competently performs routine and specialized Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) procedures to produce quality images for physicians and other healthcare providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prevention of injury or disease. This role requires working independently, exercising sound judgment, and utilizing developed clinical skills to execute safe and precise procedures, delivering accurate results in a timely manner. The technologist is responsible for gaining confidence and cooperation from patients, their families/support groups, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures is essential to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. The position may also involve performing specific procedures and/or assisting in orienting other staff to the department.

Requirements

Graduation from an Radiologic Technologist Program provided prior to start date OR Graduate from an Magnetic Resonance Program provided prior to start date
CRT-Certified Radiologic Technologist provided prior to start date OR ARMRIT-Certified MRI Technologist provided prior to start date OR ARRT (MRI) - Radiography - American Register of Radiologic Technologists provided prior to start date
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
CVENI Certified Venipuncture if required by the entity
General knowledge of diagnostic MRI principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.
Capable of performing routine MRI examinations as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).
Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
Build collaborates relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

Competently perform routine and specialized Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) procedures to produce quality images to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of injury or disease.
Work independently, exercising sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to execute safe and precise procedures to deliver accurate results in a timely manner.
Gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication.
Adhere to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.
May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or may help orient other staff to the department.