MRI Technologist

Base Pay $38.00 - $50.00 / Hour Employee Type FT Non-Exempt At Radiology Associates, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care and promoting a healthy work/life balance for our staff. We are currently seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist to join our team. If you are a skilled technologist looking for a fulfilling career opportunity with a focus on work/life balance, we'd love to hear from you. We are located on the beautiful Central Coast of California where you can explore beaches, wine country, historic sites, hiking out your door step, and so much more. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at Our company motto is “Where Compassion meets Technology”. We value true leadership and teamwork, and we embrace change in order to offer the most innovative technologies, the best care, and the utmost in customer service to our patients and referring physicians. Up to 20 days of vacation per year Company sponsored health benefits 8 paid holidays per year 401(k) plan JOB DESCRIPTION: The staff MRI technologist will perform required diagnostic MRI scanning procedures with knowledge of all pertinent technical and academic areas to produce consistent high quality examinations. Review patient MRI screening information relating to safety, clinical history and previous imaging. Position the patient and explain the MRI exam. Follow established imaging and PACs protocol. Review images and all related paperwork for completeness and accuracy. These functions are to be exercised according to established company policy and procedure. JOB KNOWLEDGE: Working knowledge applicable to MRI scanning technology with specific references to cross-sectional anatomy, medical and surgical disease and scientific principles as applied to MRI scanning. Ability to identify disease abnormalities and physiological processes while performing MRI scans. Patient care standards and requirements. ACR quality assurance principles and practices. Customer service principles and practices. PACS and QC coordinating and troubleshooting. REQUIRED EDUCATION / TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Associates or Applied Science Degree in related field, or equivalent work experience. Registered with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT). CPR certification. Skills and Abilities: Operate MR scanner and ancillary equipment. Schedule, organize and monitor patient flow to meet company productivity, quality, health and safety standards. Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and co-workers. Venipuncture Certification (where applicable). Maintain the confidentiality of patient records and complete administrative records and reports. Schedule, organize and complete work in accordance with required workloads. Read, interpret and follow specifications and instructions. Ability to react calmly and effectively in the event of an emergency. Capable of maintaining basic life support (CPR). Certification: Radiology Technologist and/or MRI Technologist ARRT or MRI Technologist ARMRIT Certification CPR Certification PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate amount of lifting and positioning of patients and equipment; stand for long periods of time. Position requires ability to constantly lift objects heavier than 30 pounds, perform difficult manipulative skills, walk and stand for prolonged periods.Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with constant interruption and attend to tasks for 5 to 30 minutes at a time. Individuals must be able to understand and relate theories behind several related concepts and remember multiple tasks given to self and others over long periods of time. HOURS: MRI Technologist shifts are 4/10-hour work days, with variations in starting time and days scheduled. Hours of operation are 6 am - 6 pm Monday - Friday #J-18808-Ljbffr Radiology-Associates-of-SAN-Luis-Obispo