MRI Technologist / MRI

Job Description

Schedule: Days with Rotating On-call

At Children's, the region's only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team-and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

A Brief Overview
Performs MRI examinations for review and diagnosis by radiologists in such a manner that efficiently contributes to the mission, vision, and values of the organization and ensures quality and continuity of patient care.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates a working knowledge of MRI scanners and ancillary equipment and information systems (RIS/HIS/PACS) used in performing these examinations. Proven competency must be documented.
• Responsible for proper identification of patients and all images with patient's name, date of birth, patient's identification number, body orientation, etc.
• Coordinates MRI examinations to ensure quality and continuity of care. To this end, may be asked to schedule inpatient, outpatient, and emergency MRI examinations as necessary.
• Assumes MRI emergency call responsibilities on a rotational basis
• Archives MRI images appropriately, i.e. PACS.
• Maintains accurate documentation for departmental and hospital records by recording neatly, accurately, and completely.
• Provides accurate and sympathetic instructions to patients and family members regarding the examination process. Explains the procedure(s) in words that are understood.
• Responsible for screening patients for contraindications that may be hazardous to their health and safety. Relates contraindications to radiologist for direction.
• Participates in training and orienting new employees and students as assigned.
• Actively participates in quality assurance and performance improvement in MRI.
• Keeps a current knowledge regarding technical developments, trends and techniques in MRI procedures and equipment. Maintains registry and licenses, through appropriate journals, workshops and seminars. Attends department meetings and educational in-services.
• Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.
• Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section

Education Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology Required

Experience Qualifications

• Previous experience in MRI and strong background in cross-sectional anatomy preferred pediatric experience Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with co-workers, patients, family members, and general public.

Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Board Certified ARRT Required and
• BCLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association is required Required and
• Current license from the State of Nebraska Required and
• ARRT registered in MR is required within two years of hire. Required

Children's is the very best for kids and the very best for your career! At Children's, we put YOU first so together, we can improve the life of every child!

About Us

At Children's Nebraska, our mission is to improve the life of every child through exceptional care, advocacy, research and education. As the state's only full-service pediatric healthcare center, we provide comprehensive, holistic care to our patients and families-from primary and specialty care to behavioral health services and everything in between. Dedicated to a People First culture, we foster an environment with joy, belonging, wellbeing, learning and growth. Turn your passion into purpose and make a difference where it matters most.

About the Team

We're looking for exceptional people to join the Radiology team. Radiology includes an administrative team, as well as positions in interventional radiology, ultrasound, CT scan, MRI and nuclear medicine. This team looks beyond the surface to find solutions for patients and families. If you are a skilled problem-solver who likes figuring out how things work, we encourage you to apply.