MRI Technologist (rotating day/eves) $40,000 SIGN ON BONUS

MRI Technologist

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients. Promotes service excellence in all interactions as outlined in the Key Behaviors in the Bridgeport Hospital Core Success Factors. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

1. Performs a wide variety of technical and professional duties utilizing complex MRI scanner equipment.

2. Performs quality and compassionate patient care in order to ensure cooperation, safety, and satisfaction.

3. Accurately documents all pertinent patient information including contrast amounts administered, contrast waste, patient lab values and safety issues.

4. Participates in various teaching and learning opportunities in order to further his/her personal knowledge and professional growth.

5. Demonstrate accuracy for safely screening for patients and hospital staff.

6. Plans and/or implements care for assigned patients.

7. Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate pertinent information.

8. Consults with the radiologist in charge for required exam prior to patient scanning.

9. Patient Satisfaction: ED & Inpatient scores Inpatient Wait Time: ED Wait Time: ED Courtesy:

10. Chaperone patients when necessary

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Graduation from an A.M.A. approved Radiologic Technology program.

EXPERIENCE

Demonstrated technical skills to meet entry level standards of routine Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

LICENSURE

RT(R) required, (MR) preferred. CT State License Required.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Proficient in routine MRI imaging techniques, knowledge of cross section anatomy, computer applications, and good organizational and communication/customer service skills.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds to assist with patient transfers.