MRI Technologist
Company: Intermountain Healthcare
Location: Boise
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Description:The MRI technologist is responsible for
compassionate and appropriate patient care while performing MRI
examinations under the direction of a physician to assist in the
medical diagnosis or treatment of injury.The scope of
responsibility includes facilities and departments as assigned by
Imaging Services leadership and includes temporary shift
assignments.Core responsibilities of this role include:Understands
MRI safety concepts and executes them diligently and consistently
to maintain magnet safety for patients, guests, self, and fellow
caregivers.Understands MRI scanning parameters and, in coordination
with the radiologist, selects appropriate technical parameters and
scanning techniques to ensure clinical exams are of good
quality.Ensures proper patient identification, order
identification, and prepares the patient appropriately for the
exam.Performs MRI examinations according to system and department
standard protocols.Understands cross sectional anatomy and
demonstrates appropriate anatomical positioning and multiplanar
image reconstruction.Under the direction of the radiologist or
supervising clinician, performs contrast and medication
administration inherent to MRI examination,Maintains competency in
all clinical and technical functions of the job.Follows appropriate
Intermountain policy and procedure including clinical
documentation, billing, and electronic medical record
workflows.Minimum Qualifications:ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification
-or- ARRT(R) certification with at least 1 year full-time
experience in MRIBasic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare
providersPreferred Qualifications:Bachelors Degree in MRI or
Advanced Radiologic SciencePhysical Requirements:Ongoing need for
employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs,
operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.Frequent
interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors
that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and
understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly
and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.Manual
dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate
equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent
computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing
needed information, medication preparation, etc.Expected to lift
and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also
bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically
includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy
items.Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients
and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This
includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including
heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms
(full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)May be expected
to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of
time.For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which
requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and
other vehicles.Anticipated job posting close
date:06/03/2024Location:Tellica BoiseWork City:BoiseWork
State:IdahoScheduled Weekly Hours:0The hourly range for this
position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon
experience.$33.39 - $51.52We care about your well-being mind, body,
and spirit which is why we provide our caregivers a generous
benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a
sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy,
happy, secure, connected, and engaged.Learn more about our
comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah
based caregivers , and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based
caregivers ; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran
status.by Jobble
Keywords: Intermountain Healthcare, Boise , MRI Technologist, Other , Boise, Idaho
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