MRI Technologist

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance Available Facility Cape Fear Valley Medical Center Location Fayetteville, North Carolina Department MRI Job Family Allied Health Summary Performs all MRI routine procedures for the diagnostic treatment of specified diseases or conditions. Major Job Functions Perform all routine procedures designated within the MRI Section of Radiology Department Demonstrates competency and efficiency in the treatment, care of and interaction with all patients of any age to include neo-natal, newborns, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics Responsible for assessing and clearing the patient for MRI safety Reviews the physician order or patient chart for appropriate order, diagnosis and physicians signature Confirms the signed Patient MRI Interview Form Prepares the patient for the procedure, answers any questions or refers questions to the radiologist assigned Responsible for beginning and ending the procedure in the computer system to ensure proper billing for services and to maintain department productivity relative to work area Provides a safe environment to include but not limited to magnetic field exposure, infection control guidelines and Universal Precautions Maintains good guest relations with patients, visitors, hospital staff and medical staff to include the use of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation and Thank you) Monitors the quality of care based on on-going monitors striving for continuous quality improvement Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Education And Formal Training ARRT Registered required or Graduate from an Associate in Applied Science in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), required Any applicant not registered as an ARRT in MRI must provide documentation of application with the ARRT to sit for the MRI registry Registered in MRI with the ARRT is required post one (1) year of hiring date. Failure to achieve registration post one (1) year, will result in termination of employment Work Experience 1-2 years preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required Communication skills Manual dexterity and visual acuity Knowledge of growth and development Knowledge of the range of treatment needed for all age groups to include neo-natal, newborns, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics Physical Requirements Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations. Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time Ability to lift 100 lbs./carry objects up to 50 lbs. and be able to bend May involve skin, eye, or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious material CFVH-2026 Required Licenses And Certifications ARRT - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity #J-18808-Ljbffr