MRI Technologist

OverviewCommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.ResponsibilitiesThe MRI Technologist performs departmental MRI examinations, assists theradiologist during procedures, produces high quality images.Serves the following age – specific patient populations: pediatrics, adolescents,adults and geriatrics

Executes all diagnostic MRI procedures operating equipment such as a 1.5 Magnet and/or laser processors and associated patient care equipment; follows formal protocols for all work assignments; explains procedure(s) to patient and responds to questions; completes assigned examinations including filming, jacket retrieval, pulling previous exam and report, cleaning of room.

Delivers patient care for all age groups while using diagnostic imaging equipment, serving as a liaison between patient and radiologist; provides physician with pertinent information related to diagnosis and treatment management of a patient; performs basic nursing activities in regard to patient care; responds to emergency situations while delivering patient care; consults with nursing floor regarding changes in patient's condition; documents in-patient charts with patient care notes and completes incident forms for the time patient is in the MRI suite

Provides for patient comfort and safety with respect to the high field magnet by utilizing appropriate procedures/accessories; operates equipment consistent with standard usage guidelines and techniques.

Performs incidental general office duties such as answering phones, scheduling, filing and maintaining patient records; ensures that information on MRI patients is recorded in the appropriate manner.

Participates in Quality Improvement audits and activities as required.

Recognizes that continuing education is vital to maintaining and advancing the profession; keeps MRI skills current, demonstrating evidence of continuing education to include department meetings, individualized learning opportunities from radiologist and related classes.

QualificationsEducation:

High School graduate or equivalent

Graduate of accredited school of a radiologic technology

Registered in Radiography Required

Graduate of a MRI program preferred

Registered or registry eligible in MRI with 1 year of Employment

American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Required

Experience:

One year prior experience preferred.

Equipment/Skills:

All Diagnostic Imaging approved instrumentation, computers and communication equipment.

Connect With Us!Not ready to apply, or can't find a relevant opportunity?to learn more about a career at CommonSpirit Health and experience #humankindness.Equal OpportunityCommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.External hires must pass a post offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances .If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request . We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).CommonSpirit Health participates in E-verify.Requisition ID 2020-115220Employment Type Full TimeDepartment RadiologyHours Per Pay Period 75Facility CHI MEMORIAL HOSPITAL GEORGIAShift DayStandard Hours DaysWork Schedule 8 HourLocation GA-Fort Oglethorpe