MRI Technologist - .90 FTE, Nights (12HR)

Stanford Health Care•Palo Alto, CA

2d•$69 - $78•Onsite

About The Position

Stanford Health Care Imaging is committed to providing outstanding care, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and offering the subspecialty expertise of Stanford's world-renowned Department of Radiology. Our team of medical professionals conduct more than a quarter of a million studies each year, maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence provided in a compassionate, caring environment. The Stanford Outpatient Imaging Centers have the state-of-the-art MRI (1.5 T and 3T MRI) scanners, Digital Mammography, Ultrasound and Bone Density, offering referring physicians and patients easy access to the latest advances in imaging. We are a top 10 ranked level 1 trauma magnet facility in the U.S. with world recognition and state-of-the-art facilities. Our compensation rates are extremely competitive. We invest in your continued career growth with yearly education funds of $2,000.00 and invest in your retirement with a robust matching program. This is a Stanford Health Care job.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) program or Radiologic technology program.
One (1) year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to perform general and specialized radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures which meet the departments standard of quality.
Ability to troubleshoot, document and communicate equipment problems.
Ability to work effectively as a team player.
Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.
Knowledge of Magnetic resonance imaging physics, physiology, structural and organic anatomy including cross-sectional anatomy.
Knowledge of Magnetic resonance imaging techniques, methods, and equipment.
Knowledge of medical equipment, instruments, and related functionalities.
Knowledge of methods of positioning patients for radiographic and magnetic resonance imaging procedures.
Knowledge of principles of image processing and development applicable to diagnostic imaging.
Knowledge of safety principles and procedures related to ultrasound procedures and equipment.
BLS - Basic Life Support
And, one of the following certifications - ARMRIT - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist, or - ARRT- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, or - CRT- California Certified Radiology Tech

Responsibilities

Assists in the training of Radiology students, house staff, or others, in MRI procedures, protocols, and equipment and/or safety issues.
Bills all procedures performed and maintain necessary paperwork.
Obtains quality images for medical diagnosis by performing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures as directed by a physician by using appropriate technical factors and scanning techniques.
Performs and remains current on all scanning protocols.
Photographs and develops film in accordance with the department standards. Evaluates MRI scans for technical quality, collates processed images and sequence of exposure and labels appropriately.
Prepares patients for MRI exam: explains procedure, ensures that patient screening form is properly completed, safely transfers patient to MRI equipment, properly positions patient and assists patient on completion of exam; completes exams in the required timeframe.
Troubleshoots equipment problems and when necessary report to the proper personnel for repair.
Utilizes ancillary equipment appropriately: PACS system, laser camera, MedRad power injector, IDXRad, and Invivo monitor.