Travel MRI Technologist

MRI TechnologistAt St. Luke's, our travel staff are OUR employees. They are a valued part of our team and are extended benefits such as medical, vision, and dental, as well as retirement options. Our travel staff has the best of both worlds available to them – flexibility of travel & the support of working for a 100 Top Health Care System. St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.The MRI Technologist performs MRI examinations on patients based on department procedures and under direction of department Section Chief and Manager.Job Duties And Responsibilities:Responsible for the successful technical continuity of care for patients receiving MRI studiesCommunicates to Radiologist's clinical observations made during MRI examination. Presents clinical history as recorded on appropriate documentation to radiologistDemonstrates competency in venipuncture skill for patients requiring contrast administration during MRI studiesDemonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to their job responsibilitiesAssists in gathering, recording data and serving as committee member for Radiology Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement programAccurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information is available resulting in excellent continuity of care for patientsMaintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programsProvides educational information to the patient regarding their examinationAccountable for quality of digital images sent to PACS. Verify correct patient is selected from worklist, ensures accuracy of Medical Record information prior to being sent to PACSPhysical And Sensory Requirements:Frequent use of fingers and hands to operate equipment and chart information. Sitting for up to 5 hours in 50-minute increments. Standing and walking for up to 3 hours in 15-minute increments. Pushing, pulling and lifting of patients up to 400 pounds with assistance. Occasional stooping, lifting and raising arms above shoulder level. Lifting and moving of objects of up to 30 pounds. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation. Seeing as it relates to normal vision. Must not have any metal implants or pacemaker, which would be a contraindication to work around the MRI magnet.Education:Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program, or ARRT registered, or ARRT registry eligible. Advanced MRI registry required at time of hire.Training And Experience:Two years of experience as an MRI technologist required. History of computer usage experience required. Current BLS certification required.Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include your present employer and if listing prior agency experience, please also include the hospital names and locations of your assignments. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses. If you have questions, please reach out to our Travel Recruitment Specialist.St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.