MRI Specialist

Shift: Friday, Saturday and Sunday 6:30p-7a Responsibilities Broad knowledge of MRI physics and procedures; understanding of MRI principles that are developmentally appropriate for ages 0 – adulthood Operation of all required equipment including troubleshooting, when necessary, of the equipment, including automated processors, copying/digitizing film equipment, R.I.S., and PACS Basic Life support and medical terminology understanding is required. Successful demonstration of the professional fundamental competencies Must be articulate, courteous and supportive in dealing with patients, parents, nursing, faculty, administrative and departmental personnel so that excellent customer service and positive guest relations are achieved Must honor confidentiality Must independently scan patients by following the established protocols Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written skills Must utilize basic office equipment Preferable if able to demonstrate bilingual skills Integrates scientific knowledge; technical skills, patient interaction and compassionate care resulting in diagnostic information, and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. Possess, utilize, maintain, and enhance knowledge of MRI safety and protection for self, patients, and others. Demonstrate a detailed understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology. Liaison between patients, radiologist and other members of the support team. Maintain a high degree of accuracy in positioning and exposure technique. Prepares, administers and documents activities related to mediations in accordance with state regulations and institution policy. Skills and Requirements 3yrs Radiology experience Graduate of a formal diagnostic Radiology program required MR-ARRT certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required or ARMRIT-America Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists R-AART preferred CMRT from the Texas Medical Board preferred BLS certification from the American Heart Association preferred Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Children's Hospital