MRI Technologist

Job Description:The MRI technologist is responsible for compassionate and appropriate patient care while performing MRI examinations under the direction of a physician to assist in the medical diagnosis or treatment of injury.If you are interested in learning more about this role or about Intermountain Health, click here to schedule time with me!Posting SpecificsShift Details: PRN (As Needed)Unit/Location: Platte Valley HospitalAdditional Details: Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible? As an MRI Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care. At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact.What does it mean to be a caregiver with Intermountain? Check out this video and learn more and discover the “Power of We.”As an MRI Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by:Operate a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images used by physicians in the diagnosis and treatments of pathologies.Possess thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles and physics of magnetic resonance imaging.Select appropriate imaging techniques and protocols to complete the exam.Receive patients, explain method of examination, and position patient, perform IV puncture, and administer IV contrast agent when indicated.Independently perform and complete routine examinations.Meet the needs of the patient, family and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy and efficiency.Actively participate in quality initiatives to ensure the highest level of patient satisfaction, highest level of patient care and workflow efficiencies.Minimum QualificationsAssociate Degree or equivalent from two-year College or Technical School; or one-year minimum related experience and/or training, requiredCurrent ARRT (R) or (MR)Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association, requiredAbility to interact with people of all ages, requiredPreferred QualificationsAt least one (1) year of experience as a MRI Technologist, preferredOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.Location:Platte Valley HospitalWork City:BrightonWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:0The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$38.77 - $59.82We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.All positions subject to close without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Intermountain-Health-