MRI Technologist PRN

HCA Healthcare•Houston, TX

About The Position

The MRI Technologist provides MRI services to patients according to physicians’ orders under the direct supervision of the Supervisor of MRI. The role is responsible for patient safety and high-quality testing, prepares patients for MRI procedures, performs examinations, and assists with procedures elsewhere in the department when needed. The technologist also supports departmental operations, maintains equipment, participates in performance improvement activities, and takes part in a rotating call system to ensure continuous service availability.

Requirements

One of the following certificates must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date: American Registry of MRI Technologists (ARMRIT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARRT-MR), or Radiologic Technologist/Radiographer (RT).
Radiography (ARRT-R) must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date.
Basic Cardiac Life Support or CPR must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
Basic knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
Basic knowledge of management techniques required to supervise other radiology personnel related to position responsibilities.
Basic knowledge of MRI equipment functioning to perform minor repairs and troubleshoot problems.
Ability to use appropriate body mechanics when moving or lifting patients and equipment.

Responsibilities

Provide MRI services to patients according to physicians’ orders while ensuring patient safety and high-quality testing.
Prepare patients appropriately for MRI procedures as prescribed by the patient’s physician and Radiologist.
Perform MRI examinations and assist with procedures in other areas of the department when necessary.
Assist with maintenance of departmental equipment, including cleaning and minor repairs.
Complete patient logs, charge requisitions, and other paperwork using the computer or manual systems.
Maintain safety precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patients, personnel, and self.
Collect data as requested and participate in performance improvement activities.
Participate in the rotating call system to provide continuous availability of services.
Recognize and report incidents, including dangerous and non-threatening situations.
Maintain current knowledge of diagnostic procedures performed in the Radiology Department, including routine roentgenographic procedures and fluoroscopy.
Use radiological equipment in the department proficiently and troubleshoot MRI equipment problems, including minor repairs.
Use effective communication when working with patients, physicians, and other personnel.
Use appropriate body mechanics when moving or lifting patients and equipment to prevent injury.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
Paid time off and paid family leave
Long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, and dependent scholarships
Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance
Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans
Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts