MRI Technologist

Pay Range $34.00 - $51.25 Location Avera McKennan Hospital Worker Type PRN Work Shift As Needed (United States of America) Position Highlights Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter. A Brief Overview Responsible for operating MRI equipment to make clinical diagnostic images as directed by physicians. Performs routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and procedures. What You Will Do Prepares patients and adjusts equipment for performing MRI. Positions and instructs patients regarding procedures. Is competent with IV injections for the administration of IV contrast media. Performs MRI procedures accurately and efficiently and according to established standards. Coordinates daily schedules for efficiency and assesses exam completion. Assists with staff/student on-the-job training and orientation. May assist in preparing for and conducting MRI classes. Assists with the collection and maintenance of records as needed by the Radiology Department, Quality Assurance Department, Joint Commission accreditation, OSHA guidelines or as may be required by the law. Maintains all records/reports required for the MRI area (i.e. patient records, volume records and equipment records). Provides detailed reports to management as requested. Consults with radiologist, physicians and other patient-care personnel as to specific details of individual exams and for specialized protocols. Research lab data results, be familiar with IV Access Systems/Restrictions, and monitor injection of contrast material and patient condition throughout the exam. Essential Qualifications The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer. Required Education, License/Certification, Or Work Experience Associate's or equivalent from a 2 year college or technical school or hospital-based Radiologic Technology Program Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Upon Hire Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Upon Hire Less than 1 year Thorough knowledge of radiologic and MRI terminology, practices and procedures, physiology and human anatomy Preferred Education, License/Certification, Or Work Experience 1-3 years Training/experience in MRI Expectations and Standards Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community. Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship. Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable. Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr