MRI Technologist

Lifepoint Health • Beckley, WV

1d

About The Position

Wilson Medical Center is part of
Lifepoint Health
[https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], 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
a MRI Technician
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

Wilson Medical Center is committed to always providing excellent care to our
community. Our 294-bed facility provides services to residents of Wilson County
and surrounding communities. Our commitment to high-quality healthcare is
strong. We bring new and innovative programs to those who matter the most - our
community.

Requirements

• Education: Associates degree required.
• Certifications: BLS certification required
• License: ARRT with additional certification in Mammography. If not certified in Mammography, must be certified within one year of date of hire or transfer to position.
• Skills and Abilities: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment and exams to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepare equipment and supplies.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures.
• Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
• Coordinates MRI examination to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care and assists with the management of the workflow of the department to ensure the completion of work assignments in the absence of the MRI supervisor/team leader.
• Uses computer system in documenting correctly and accurately patient information to ensure the quality of patient care: (a) patient's full name (b) patient's medical record number (c) patient's date of birth (d) examination performed.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform all necessary computer operations to ensure proper examination documentation and charges.
• Screen patients for any contra indication 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree