Sr. MRI Technologist - Thur-Sat Days

Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest • Springdale, AR

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About The Position

A Senior MRI Technologist is an Expert Technologist with the ability to perform quality MRI exams in a safe and timely manner, while providing excellent patient care. May serve as a Preceptor to other staff members. May act as Lead when Lead MRI Technologist is out. Additional Information: A Senior MRI Technologist is an Expert Technologist with the ability to perform quality MRI exams in a safe and timely manner, while providing excellent patient care. May serve as a Preceptor to other staff members. May act as Lead when Lead MRI Technologist is out.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college program or technical school or nursing diploma
• Direct - 6 years of experience
• 1 of the following license or registry is required -

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university
• Direct - Pediatric
• ARRT – MRI Specialist - American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT)
• MRI Technician Certification - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)

Responsibilities

• Is an expert MRI Technologist and may serve as a Preceptor in the skills to perform diagnostic scans as directed by Radiologists.
• Is an expert, and may serve as a Preceptor, in the utilization of correct scan protocols while optimizing image quality, decreasing scan length and repeat procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of patient positioning and coil selection.
• May serve as a Preceptor to properly screen patients, families, and staff with attention to pregnancy and MRI contraindications.
• May serve as a Preceptor in adhering to all safety recommendations regarding MRI.
• Ensures that work area is properly maintained.
• May serve as a Preceptor in troubleshooting and reporting malfunctioning equipment.
• Assists with service recovery, ensuring proactive communication with patients and families.
• Participates in performance improvement activities. Complies with all TJC, state, federal, and local regulatory laws, standards, and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees