MRI Technologist - Casual

Here at Fairview, we are now seeking an MRI Technologist to join our imaging team at Ridges Hospital in Burnsville, MN! This is a casual position that will work as needed by the department. There are day/evening/night/weekend shifts available to pickup. Must pick up a minimum of 1 shift per month and 1-2 holidays per year.

*If the majority of your allocated shift hours are worked between 3pm – 11pm, your hours worked in this shift will receive an additional $6.00 per hour, on top of your base rate & shift differentials.
*If the majority of your allocated shift hours are worked between 11pm – 7am, your hours worked in this shift will receive an additional $8.00 per hour, on top of your base rate & shift differentials.

The MRI Technologist position provides services to patients and physicians by creating patient specific diagnostic images. Responsible for meeting the established standards of practice and patient care supplies and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient care
• Performs examinations
• Identifies relevant data from images accurately
• Communicates pertinent data clearly to the appropriate health care professional.
• Ensures patient safety and emergency preparedness
• Documents patient information
• Ensures proper film identification on all images
• Accurately completes computer functions-edits, status changes, logging
• Accurate film marking and jacket preparation
• Achieves quality diagnostic images by use of proper positioning of patients and correct operation of equipment.
• Performs training and education duties
• Participates in the orientation of new employees.
• Responsible for the training of students
• Participates in the training of health care professionals and new employees.
• Maintains equipment
• Correctly operates equipment
• Optimizes use of equipment
• Understands the structure visualized and its significance

Required Qualifications

• ARRT Certification
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross)

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of experience
• Meet MRI Safety Screen requirements
• MRI Certification within 1-1/2 Yrs

$41.22- $58.19 Hourly