MRI Technologist

PeaceHealth•Vancouver, WA

About The Position

PeaceHealth is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform routine and specialized MRI procedures. The role combines medical knowledge and technical skills with effective patient interaction to provide quality patient care and accurate diagnostic information. The position is listed as Non Employee-Nurse, Resp Therapy, Clinical Support, 1.00 FTE, Variable. The bill rate is $95, described as an all-inclusive bill rate. The technologist prepares and equips the exam room, organizes the daily schedule, reviews relevant imaging studies and patient information, and selects appropriate examinations in consultation with physicians as needed. The role includes educating patients, supporting staff and student training, adapting examinations to patient-care needs, recognizing when additional studies are appropriate, operating the MRI scanner, documenting images, and performing quality-control measures. The technologist follows ACR guidance for safe MR practices and performs other assigned duties consistent with scope of practice, training, experience, and credentials.

Requirements

Education from an accredited school in Radiologic Technology, or equivalent education and/or experience required to obtain the state-required certification, license, or registration for clinical practice.
At least 1 year of experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age-specific growth, development, and life-stage principles to meet each patient's needs.
Demonstrated venipuncture competency.
Demonstrated knowledge of radiologic and MRI terminology, practices, procedures, physiology, and human cross-sectional anatomy.
Demonstrated competency in computer-based programs as they relate to MR applications.
PACS/RIS knowledge.
Upon hire, one of the listed credentials is required: ARRT-Magnetic Resonance Imaging, ARDMSRVT, ARMRIT, ARRT-MR, ARRT-N, ARRT-R, ARRT-S, CNMT, RDCS, RDMS, or RMSKS.
Upon hire, registration with DOH (WA) or OBMI (OR) is required.
Upon hire, Basic Life Support is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects, and demonstrate flexibility in a fast-paced and changing work environment.
Ability to use basic office equipment, including telephones, copiers, facsimile machines, and computers.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience.
ImageCast/CareCast experience.
At PeaceHealth RiverBend and St. John Medical Center, ARRT (MR) certification is required within one year of hire, except for ARMRIT Technologists.
At Ketchikan, Cottage Grove, and Peace Harbor Medical Center, ARRT (MR) certification is preferred.
At Southwest Medical Center, applicants must be currently registry-eligible and/or participating in the SW Advanced Imaging cross-training program; ARRT (MR) certification is required within one year of hire.
At St. Joseph Medical Center, the technologist may also perform CT Technologist duties.

Responsibilities

Prepare, supply, and equip the examination room for requested examinations and specific physician requirements.
Organize the daily work schedule and perform related clerical duties.
Integrate prior imaging studies, laboratory results, patient history, and medical records to optimize examinations.
Select the most appropriate examination based on patient information, consulting with the interpreting physician and/or ordering physician as necessary.
Provide patient education and instruction before and after examinations.
Provide training and education to staff and students as indicated.
Adapt examinations to address patient-care problems and make appropriate decisions to resolve them.
Recognize abnormalities and ensure that additional studies and examination techniques are applied when appropriate.
Operate the MRI scanner for data acquisition, image reconstruction, and documentation.
Perform quality-control measures to ensure optimal image quality.
Apply the ACR Guidance Document for Safe MR Practices to ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and caregivers.
Perform other assigned patient-care activities and duties consistent with scope of practice, training, experience, and license, certification, or registration.
Perform other duties as assigned.