MRI Technologist, Full Time Weekend Days

UHS•Sparks, NV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

When it comes to choosing a hospital, one thing is clear: quality and convenience count. Northern Nevada Medical Center's tradition of providing quality healthcare in a comfortable, accessible environment means peace of mind for the thousands of patients served by the hospital each year. Northern Nevada Medical Center is a 124-bed acute care hospital located on 23 hillside acres at 2375 E. Prater Way in Sparks, Nevada. Website: https://www.nnmc.com MRI Technologist Northern Nevada Medical Center is looking for a dynamic MRI Technologist! This position is full time, offers full benefits and a convenient flexible schedule working Fri-Sun one week and Thurs-Sun the next. This individual will focus on high quality service and will be the first line interface with customers in the successful accomplishment of their imaging needs.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree is preferred, but not required.
Two year of radiological/imaging experience.
Prefer specific experience and training in MRI. Must become ARRT (MR) licensed within one year of employment. (This will be monitored by department supervisor)
ARRT license required.
Current BLS certification.
Willing to take call / standby in MRI department and NNMC as needed.

Nice To Haves

Prefer specific experience and training in MRI.

Responsibilities

Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly
Able to assess patient pain/claustrophobia interfering with imaging procedure -makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
Performs MRI safety check on all patient and staff prior to entering the MRI room according to policy
Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of burns and to patients