MRI Technologist - St. Charles Hospital - PRN

Mercy Health BSMH • Oregon, OH

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About The Position

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities. As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. MRI Technologist (Tech) – St. Charles Hospital Job Summary: The MRI Tech is responsible for daily modality operations. They perform Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) according to established protocols and works closely under the direction of the Radiologist and other physicians.

Requirements

• Certification and Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Diagnostic Radiology with Advanced MRI Registry (MR) (required, or must within one year of hire)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, required prior to direct patient care)

Nice To Haves

• Associate's from an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) accredited institute (preferred)
• 1 year of experience in MRI department in hospital setting (preferred)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Knowledge in workflows, procedures, operation, and processes of the MRI imaging modalities.
• Applies principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Confirms the quality and accuracy of all pertinent patient and procedural data.
• Selects proper MRI pulse sequences and scan parameters according to established protocols.
• Contributes to the training and education of new staff and assists in oversight of MRI students.
• Provides direct patient care and instructions before, during, and after procedure.
• Performs IV injections and administers magnetic contrast agents specific to procedure.
• Troubleshoots equipment during malfunction in absence of service engineer and reports malfunction to radiology maintenance/supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees