MRI Technologist, MarinHealth Imaging, (Novato), Full-Time, Variable Shifts

MarinHealth Medical Center•Novato, CA

24d•$54 - $81

About The Position

Are you looking for a place where you are empowered to bring innovation to reality? Join MarinHealth, an integrated, independent healthcare system with deep roots throughout the North Bay. With a world-class physician and clinical team, an affiliation with UCSF Health, an ever-expanding network of clinics, and a new state-of-the-art hospital, MarinHealth is growing quickly. MarinHealth comprises MarinHealth Medical Center, a 327-bed hospital in Greenbrae, and 55 primary care and specialty clinics in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. We attract healthcare’s most talented trailblazers who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the pioneering medicine of an academic medical center combined with an independent hospital's personalized, caring touch. MarinHealth is already realizing the benefits of impressive growth and has consistently earned high praise and accolades, including being Named One of the Top 250 Hospitals Nationwide by Healthgrades, receiving a 5-star Ranking for Overall Hospital Quality from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and being named the Best Hospital in San Francisco/Marin by Bay Area Parent, among others. The general MRI technologist is a journey-level position working in either a clinic or acute care hospital facility. The general MRI technologist working in conjunction with a more experienced technologist is also under the supervision of the Lead or Supervisor MRI Technologist. Reporting to the Manager OP Imaging Center, Radiology Administration, and supervisor roles this position is responsible for performing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures, providing patient care and physician assistance during the performance of those procedures.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited ARMRIT or Radiologic Technologist ARRT program required
2 years’ experience training in an ACR accredited facility or formal training with an accredited MRI program required.
High school diploma or an equivalent G.E.D. program therein preferred.
Technical ability to perform all MRI examinations as outlined in the MGH Diagnostic Imaging Services department policy and procedure manual
Ability to interact with general public, clients, staff and referring physicians with diplomacy, tact and goodwill
Able to communicate effectively with patients who are under stress
Ability to participate in department team quality improvement activities
Ability to function as a resource, actively participating in the training and orientation of coworkers and students is required.
California Certified Radiological Technologist Certificate (CRT) preferred.
Possession of a valid MRI Certificate with ARMRIT (American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist) or American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT) for any individual and be in good standing with ARRT required within six months of hire. If individual has ARRT, note that ARRT MRI designation is preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required at hire.
One-time requirement: proof of venipuncture certification is required at hire. Venipuncture competency must also be demonstrated and documented by the supervisor or his/her proxy within thirty (30) days of hire or transfer into position.
Employees in this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or service based on the physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service area.
Employees in this position have access to protected health information. The protected health information a person in this position can access includes demographics, date of service, insurance/billing, medical record summary information, and all other information that may be contained in patient records. This position requires patient health information to perform the functions outlined as part of this position description.
The MRI technologist is required to be mindful of the patients well and their safety at all times.
The ability to perform all diagnostic MRI examinations as prescribed by the approved protocol set.
The MRI technologist must understand and accept all department wide policies and procedure directives.
The MRI technologist must be proficient in the use of universal precautions.
The MRI technologist understands allocated shifts are flexible and commiserate with the needs of the department.
The MRI technologist is responsible for starting I.V.’s and the administering or an approved contrast agent under the direct supervision of the attending radiologist.
The MRI technologist consistently promote a positive and professional image of the department.
Immediately reports every work related injury

Nice To Haves

MRI experience within the last three years is preferred.
California Certified Radiological Technologist Certificate (CRT) preferred.
If individual has ARRT, note that ARRT MRI designation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Competently performs all diagnostic imaging examinations as outlined in the department policy and procedure manual
Accurately correlates patient clinical history with the Radiology exam to be performed
Competently uses universal precautions when working with patients in isolation status and in sterile surgery
Competently assists with department clerical functions
Attends and participates in department meetings
Keeps current with changes in policy and procedure
May require work shift rotation in order to participate in training
Ability to accurately troubleshoot radiology equipment in order to knowledgeably communicate need for repair to service personnel
Knowledgeable about equipment down time procedures for Radiology Information System
Accurately prioritizes work assignments
Effectively schedules work load for maximum productivity
Effectively responds to emergency situations. Able to integrate emergency work into regularly scheduled responsibilities
Develops and maintains effective work relationships with management, staff, patients, and physicians
Accurately uses hospital information system to process patient information
Accurately uses Radiology Information system in order to process patient information
Keeps current with changes, revisions, and continuing education in Radiology Information System
Maintains all clinical competencies
Attends continuing education in order to maintain certification, licensure, and accreditation
Constantly promotes a positive and professional image in the hospital
Performs special projects at the request of Radiological Technologist III or Director of Cardio/Neurovascular Services
Responsible for the safety, mental and physical comfort of the patient while performing radiological examinations