Lead MRI Technologist

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Facility: Black Hills Imaging Center Location: Rapid City, SD Address: 215 Anamaria Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 40.00 Salary Range: $32.50 - $52.00

Job Summary

Provides work direction to ensure that daily responsibilities of staff technologists are properly delegated. Perform diagnostic radiographic imaging procedures through the operation of specialized equipment. Facilitates staff schedules, workflow adjustments, mentors other MRI technologists, and trains new hires. Assumes the role of the leader in the absence of the supervisor. Performs diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exams. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures, MRI safety considerations and provides a quality patient care experience. Initiates life support measures as necessary.

The technologist must be able to interact effectively with patients and their family members, physicians, and other health care workers. Has extensive knowledge of operation of all MRI equipment and understands computer language. Positions the patient and provides for comfort during the exam. Administers contrast material as required. Obtains patient history and clinical indication for MRI study. Accurately documents in patient records. Utilizes electronic medical record software for accurate scheduling and billing procedures. Possesses the ability to professionally obtain information from patients or their responsible parties, to further improve their personalized treatment and care.

On a continuum, the technologist works to develop an understanding of the patient"s physical and emotional status. Possesses extensive knowledge of cross-section anatomy. Works well with patients of all ages.

Qualifications

Completion of a program accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.

One year experience as a staff radiologic technologist or in a special imaging modality preferred. Two years minimum of experience as MRI Technologist is preferred. Thorough understanding of MRI techniques, procedures, and quality control (QC) testing is required.

Required to be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT). MRI certification at the time of hire is required.

If working in North Dakota (ND) and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the ND Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) is required.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and re-certification as necessary is required.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0257004 Job Function: Allied Health Featured: No