Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist - Radiology Diagnostic - PRN

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – San Marcos, which originated in 1923 as Hays County Soldiers, Sailors and Marines Memorial Hospital, opened at its current Wonder World Drive location in 1983. Our staff of more than 700 Associates works with more than 300 active and consulting physicians to provide quality services to patients and their families. For more than 20 consecutive years, we have been named The Best Hospital in Hays County in the annual “Best of Hays” publication released by the San Marcos Daily Record. In addition to interventional cardiac services, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – San Marcos is a Certified Chest Pain Center and an accredited Primary Stroke Center. We lead the region in da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery and offer a variety of specialty care services including medical imaging, rehabilitation, hospice, women’s services and more. Summary The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The MRI Technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. Expectation to participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within their scope of licensure. The incumbent must provide basic MRI screening of patients and employees, prepare maintenance and repairs, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to MRI safety. The technologist will adhere to and maintain the expected imaging competencies as outlined by management. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization’s mission, values, and culture. Responsibilities Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health. Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability. Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment. Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians. Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties. Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served. Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities. Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the Manager’s license(s), certification(s), and/or documented competencies. Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required. Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS. Facilitates PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalates any problem(s) or issue(s) to the PACS administrator or Designee if needed. Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel; does appropriate follow-up. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Education/Skills Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required. Experience 1 year of experience in a hospital or Clinical setting preferred. Basic computer experience required. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) from ARRT or ARMRIT is required within 1 year of hire. State Licensure required if in New Mexico: MRT by MIRTP NMED. BLS required. \ Work Schedule PRN Work Type Per Diem As Needed #J-18808-Ljbffr CHRISTUS Health