MRI Technologist

Lifepoint Health•Sierra Vista, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A MRI Technologist performs magnetic resonance imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Your experience matters Canyon Vista Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an MRI Technologist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ® . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. More about our team Canyon Vista Medical Center is located in the beautiful high desert of southeastern Arizona, committed to serve residents in Sierra Vista, Ft. Huachuca, Cochise County – a population of more than 131,000 people, and our surrounding communities. We’re comfortably nestled in the San Pedro River Valley, 75 miles southeast of Tucson. Canyon Vista Medical Center was founded in 1963 as Western Baptist Osteopathic Hospital on what was then the eastern edge of Sierra Vista. Growth and advancing technology dictated building our new 177,000 square foot hospital at 5700 E Hwy 90 completed in 2015.

Requirements

Associate's Degree
ARRT and AMRIT with additional certification in MRI. If not certified in MRI, must be certified within one year of date of hire or transfer to position.
BLS required.

Responsibilities

Perform radiologic imaging procedure/exams to patients of all ages for the purpose of diagnosis of anatomic and physiological disorders.
Review patient history and physician’s orders.
Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment, and exams to ensure patient’s understanding and cooperation.
When ordered, prepare and administer contrast media and/or medication within scope of practice.
Monitor patient condition continually and report/respond to changes in status as appropriate.
Prepare equipment and supplies.
Select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
Position patient and perform imaging procedure(s).
Analyze results and identify issues with the quality of imaging results.
Take appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedures.
Enter, transmit, and report scan results.
Coordinate MRI examination to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care and assist with the management of the workflow of the department to ensure the completion of work assignments in the absence of the MRI supervisor/team lead.
Use computer systemin documenting correctly and accurately patient information to ensure the quality of patient care.
Demonstrate the ability to perform all necessary computer operations to ensure proper examination documentation and charges.
Screen patients for any contraindication for MRI exam.
Be educated on how to identify MRI compatible and non-compatible items within various patients.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

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