MRI Technologist, Weekend, Days

MRI Technologist

The University of Maryland Medical System is a 14-hospital system with academic, community and specialty medical services reaching every part of Maryland and beyond. UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, neurocare, cardiac care, women's and children's health and physical rehabilitation. UMMS is the fourth largest private employer in the Baltimore metropolitan area and one of the top 20 employers in the state of Maryland. No organization will give you the clinical variety, the support, or the opportunities for professional growth that you'll enjoy as a member of our team.

$20,000 sign on bonus being offered for hires that are new to the UMMS System; this is not applicable for internal or intra-system transfers.

Job Description

Under general supervision, performs routine and specialized MRI imaging procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Executes basic clinical competence in MRI, in all locations, across all patient types. Selects accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age of the patient. Administers contrast according to facility policy.
• Actively participates in the Clinical Ladder Program, if implemented, at the individual System hospital/location, meeting and maintaining all Program standards and requirements.
• Applies knowledge of MRI principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, MRI safety, physics, and protection, patient positioning and patient care skills. Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal, organizational and departmental regulatory compliance standards.
• Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.
• Ensures a safe and appropriate work area per institutional MR Safety Program. Maintains supplies and inventory in area. Informs appropriate colleague when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors. Documents and reports related equipment/environmental problems in accordance with policy. Follows equipment quality control procedures with appropriate documentation.
• Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality. Actively participates in student and employee training and education activities.

Qualifications

Education: Associate degree, or Certificate, in radiologic technology, or MRI, from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

• 1+ years

Licensures/Certifications:

• ARMRIT and/or ARRT (MRI) Certification
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Preferred:

• Bachelor degree in health sciences or related field
• 2+ years MRI experience

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Schedule: Friday-Sunday; 7am - 7:30pm.

Compensation: Pay Range: $38.67-$58.05