Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI Technologist Lead Pediatric

MRI TechnologistIt's more than a career, it's a callingMO-SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's HospitalWorker Type: RegularJob Highlights:Join a team where your work matters-every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you will be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact.Department: Imaging - MRISchedule: full-time 40 hours/weekSign On Bonus – available for qualified applicantsRelocation assistance - available for qualified applicantsRequirements: Completion of Radiology/ MRI program. An MRI credential from ARMRIT or ARRT is required as well as 2+ years of experience in MRI preferably pediatric.Job Summary:Leads the daily operations of assigned department's imaging services.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESEnsures quality in imaging, patient care and work flow. Monitors patient documentation for timely completion and accuracy.Oversees quality control testing, equipment maintenance and trouble shooting.Serves as a resource to department staff as well as other members of the team as needed.Performs staff orientation, training, and coaching. Provides input to staff performance evaluations.Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately. Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).Assists in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATIONCompletion of a MRI or Radiology Technology programEXPERIENCETwo years' experiencePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSConstant standing and walking.Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.Frequent lifting/moving of patients.Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.Rare kneeling and sitting.REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONSState of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, WisconsinBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndARRT-MR Magnetic Resonance Imaging - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)OrAmerican Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)Job Type: EmployeeDepartment: 4201000010 MRI Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.