MRI Technologist Full Time, Nights (Every Weekend, Rotating Weekdays and Holiday)

MRI Technologist

The MRI Technologist performs MRI procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. He/she performs and assumes responsibility for a variety of technical procedures assigned.

Essential Functions

• Performs procedures and utilizes electronic system to verify and process orders.
• Follows infection control practices, practices universal precautions and maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Interacts with the patient, family members and other staff to help educate them on the procedure.
• Understands any age-related patient needs and responds accordingly; reassures patient and consistently tries to obtain cooperation while reducing anxiety.
• Assesses and monitors the patient; reports and documents change in the patient's condition and/or support equipment (I.V., oxygen, chest tube, ET tube, etc.)
• Processes images and print films as needed
• Attends staff and departmental meetings and participates in hospital wide work groups as assigned.
• Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-I-CARE Standards of the Hospital. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions.

Job Qualifications

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent

Experience

• Prefer at least one-year experience performing MRI

At the time of hire

• ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification and maintenance (See exceptions below, if only has ARRT (R))
• IV certification (10 supervised IV sticks will be required during the probationary period)
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification

In lieu of ARRT(MRI) or ARMRIT at the time of hire, the following certifications are acceptable until either ARRT (M) or ARMRIT can be obtained.

• ARRT (R) certification [ARRT (MR) If not obtained at the time of hire, must be achieved within 12 months of employment]

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work flexible schedules and varying locations as assigned
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels of the hospital and departments
• Strong organization
• Strong time management ability
• Problem solver and critical thinker with the ability to anticipate possible issues
• Strong computer skills
• Self-initiative
• Knowledge of hospital safety, quality and joint commission standards

Physical Demand and Working Conditions

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley (SHCTV) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $59.50 - $79.33 per hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.