MRI Tech - Per Diem

Beloit Health System•Beloit, WI

About The Position

Beloit Health System is seeking a per diem MRI Technologist for its MRI department. The technologist provides imaging services as prescribed by a physician, operates imaging equipment, and produces images for physician interpretation. The schedule offers first- and second-shift availability, with 8-hour shifts between 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.; weekly hours vary. This position is not eligible for benefits. The role includes performing diagnostic radiographic and other related imaging procedures, selecting or calculating technical factors, applying MRI safety principles, and evaluating images for technical quality. The technologist supports patients’ physical and psychological needs during procedures and administers or assists with contrast media when required. The role also includes documentation, quality control and assurance, clerical and scheduling work, supply inventory, and reporting equipment malfunctions. The position reports to the Director of Medical Imaging and receives clinical advisement from the Radiologist.

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA-accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
ARRT registration in Radiology.
MRI certification within 18 months of hire or transfer.
CPR certification within 90 days.
Self-motivated and able to be flexible.
Ability to work independently and solve problems.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Excellent patient interaction skills.
Ability to maintain ethical conduct and confidentiality of patients’ personal and medical information.

Responsibilities

Provide patient imaging services as prescribed by a physician.
Perform diagnostic radiographic and other related imaging procedures and produce images for physician interpretation.
Operate imaging equipment and other appropriate equipment or devices.
Select and/or calculate technical factors.
Apply magnetic safety principles to minimize risk to patients, self, and others.
Evaluate radiographic images for technical quality.
Address patients’ physical and psychological needs during procedures.
Administer or assist with administration of contrast media as required.
Document examinations, technical factors, film usage, and quality improvement information.
Perform required quality control checks.
Maintain accurate, confidential patient records and files.
Provide input on equipment and supply decisions.
Detect and report equipment malfunctions to supervision and contact repair personnel.
Participate in assigned portions of the department’s quality assurance and improvement program.
Perform clerical and scheduling functions.
Pursue continuing education.
Maintain inventory and stock supplies.
Follow established health system and Medical Imaging department policies, rules, and regulations, and maintain ethical conduct and confidentiality.