Travel MRI Technologist

Travel MRI Technologist

San Antonio, Texas

Start Date ASAP Estimated Weekly Total $2,095

Shift: Nights

Weekly Hours: 36

Schedule: 12

Assignment Length: 13 Weeks

Facility

Location: 1139 E Sonterra Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78258

Facility Type: Short Term Acute Care Hospital

EMR: Meditech

Beds: 242

OR Beds: 16

ER Visits: 36090

Estimated Pay

Weekly Total* $2,095

36 Hours x $20.25/hr $729

$60.00/hr Overtime

$60.00/hr Call Back

$60.00/hr Holiday

Weekly M&I Per Diem $453

Weekly Housing Per Diem $913

TotalMed Offers

• Sick Leave Accrual in All 50 States
• Mental Health Support
• Health Benefits Available on Day One
• 401(k) Available
• Expert Support on All Aspects of Your Assignment
• Continuing Education

Your Way Is Paid

• Drug Screens
• Credentials
• Licensure
• Health/Medical Compliance Items
• Travel reimbursement available up to $1000

Description

We are looking for a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (MRI Tech) for an immediate travel opening in San Antonio, TX. The right MRI Tech must have 1 year of experience. Read below for additional requirements.

As an MRI Tech, you will be responsible for the use of magnetic resonance imaging equipment and ensuring that images are accurate and passed on to physicians for medical interpretation. MRI Techs are also responsible for the preparation of and caring for patients undergoing MRI imaging.

Tasks

As an MRI Tech, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

• Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests and explain imaging procedures to patients providing reassurance and support as required
• Screen patients for MRI safety prior to procedure performance
• Correctly interpret doctors' written instructions
• Position patients for MRI scans using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with government regulations and to ensure the safety of patients and staff
• Assist radiologist with procedure performance
• Start I.V.s, administer contrast media as directed and per protocol
• Evaluate MRI scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of exposure and label appropriately
• Load and operate power injectors for contrast media administration
• Follow safety procedures when working with radiation
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Understand and use the McKesson PACS system

Requirements

Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT National Certification with registration in magnetic resonance imaging, and state-specific licensing when required.

MRI Techs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

Requirements*: BLS, ARRT (MR), 2 Years * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.