MRI Technologist

Intermountain Health

Grand Junction, CO

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$32.34–$49.94 Per Hour

SKILLS

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Anatomy, Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiology, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Emergency Response, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Infection Control, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Intravenous Therapies, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Medical Coding, Medical Protocols, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Modality, Needs Assessment, Operational Audit, Organizational Skills, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Pediatrics, Physical Demands, Privacy Controls, Prostate Cancer, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Control, Record Keeping, Safety/Work Safety, Spectroscopy, Team Building, Team Player, Training/Teaching

LOCATION

Grand Junction, CO

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Job Description: As an MRI Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic MRI exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Shift Details : Full-time (40 Hours), Variable with rotating weekend coverage, call Unit/Location:

St. Mary’s Medical Center Additional Details:

Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.

Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible?

As an MRI Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care.

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As an MRI Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by:

Essential Functions Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions. Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam. Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy. Adheres to MRI safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment. Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality. Assists and instructs students and other MRI Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment. Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns. Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques. Understands and operates equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images. Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions. Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures. Skills Anatomy knowledge Image evaluation Equipment operation Contrast protocols Emergency response Independent work Teamwork Effective communication Electronic imaging Task prioritization Clean environment MRI safety

Minimum Qualifications MRI Technologist I American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(MR)

or

American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)

or

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R) cross-trained in MRI Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers IV Competency within 30 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications 1-2 years of MRI technologist experience Bachelors degree from an accredited institution

Minimum Qualifications MRI Technologist II American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(MR)

or

American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)

Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers

IV Competency within 30 days of hire

Proficiency in 3 of the following areas: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT), intra-operative, cardiac, functional, breast, prostate, rectal cancer staging, advanced 3D spectroscopy, MR lymphangiography, or pediatric MRI (less than 15 years of age) as 80% of patient workload.

Must complete at least five cases per specialty procedure with documented skills pass off by a lead MRI technologist or coordinator.

Preferred Qualifications Three years of experience in Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Minimum Qualifications Specialty Technologist in Training ($32.34-$49.94/hr) Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Applicable State License

Currently attending and receiving formal training from an accredited training program

or

successful completion of formal training from an approved/accredited school

or

a licensed American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R) technologist who has been selected to cross-train in another modality.

Preferred Qualifications 1-2 years customer service or patient care experience

IV Certification

Physical Requirements Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location: St. Marys Regional Hospital Work City: Grand Junction Work State: Colorado Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $39.16 - $60.42 We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

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Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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