The technologist operates MRI equipment to perform diagnostic imaging procedures, especially for high acuity patients in ICU, ED, Stroke, and Trauma settings, which includes preparing and positioning patients and assisting radiologists during examinations. Key duties also involve managing patient safety protocols like placing pacemakers in SafeScan mode, assisting with sedated patients, administering contrast media, processing images, and performing routine equipment maintenance.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess at least one year of MRI experience and hold the required ARRT certification in Radiography, with the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire. Preferred qualifications include ARRT certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview Operates MRI equipment and performs MRI procedures in a hospital setting by performing the following duties. Experience Qualifications 1 year MRI experience. Preferred Licenses and Certifications Magnetic Resonance Imaging - MRI - ARRT Preferred Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire. Radiography - ARRT Required What you will do Perform MRI procedures by preparing and positioning patient for diagnostic imaging procedures including high acuity ICU, ED, Stroke and Trauma patients. Assists radiologist in examinations and procedures as needed. Prepare patients with pacemakers for MRI exams including assisting with placing the patient in SafeScan mode for patient safety. Assist Anesthesiologist when performing MRI exams on sedated patients by setting up anesthesia machine and monitors. Maintain knowledge of MRI Compatible IV pumps to transfer meds prior to moving patient into scan room. Measures and administers contrast media. Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control. Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician. Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed. Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed. Performs office work including, but not limited to, answering phone, filing, obtaining information from computer, typing cards to stamp films, and ordering departmental supplies. Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician. Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability On-Site; No Remote Scope No Supervisory Responsibility No Budget
Responsibility
No
Budget
Responsibility
Physical
Demands
Balancing:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Carrying:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Climbing (Ladders):
Rarely less than 1 hour
Climbing (Stairs):
Rarely less than 1 hour
Crawling:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Crouching:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Driving (Automatic):
Rarely less than 1 hour
Driving (Standard):
Rarely less than 1 hour
Eye/Hand/Foot
Coordination:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Feeling:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Grasping (Fine
Motor):
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Grasping (Gross
Hand):
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Handling:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Hearing:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Kneeling:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Lifting:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours up to 50 lbs
Operate
Foot
Controls:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Pulling:
Frequently 3-5
Hours up to 25 lbs
Pushing:
Frequently 3-5
Hours up to 25 lbs
Reaching (Forward):
Frequently 3-5
Hours up to 25 lbs
Reaching (Overhead):
Frequently 3-5
Hours up to 25 lbs
Repetitive
Motions:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Sitting:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Standing:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Stooping:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Talking:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Walking:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Physical
Demand
Comments: Due to the potential hazardous work environment, an employee must be able to safely enter the magnet room.
Working
Conditions
Burn:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Chemical:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Combative
Patients:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Dusts:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Electrical:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Explosive:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Extreme
Temperatures:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Infectious
Diseases:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Mechanical:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Needle
Stick:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Noise/Sounds:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Other
Atmospheric
Conditions:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Poor
Ventilation,
Fumes and/or
Gases:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Radiant
Energy:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Risk of
Exposure to
Blood and
Body
Fluids:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Risk of
Exposure to
Hazardous
Drugs:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Hazards (other):
Rarely less than 1 hour
Vibration:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Wet and/or
Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications. Email your resume and cover letter to the applicable team below. We'll review your experience to see if there may be a fit with other current or upcoming opportunities.
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Counselor,
Morgan
Ray via email: morgan.ray@stormontvail.org Stormont Vail Health is a nonprofit integrated health system that has been serving the health care needs of Kansas for more than 130 years. Stormont Vail has been recognized as a Magnet® organization since 2009 by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. It is composed of Stormont Vail Hospital, a 586-bed acute care hospital, and Cotton O’Neil Clinic, a multi-specialty physician group with more than 500 providers, which includes more than 250 physicians. Nearly 5,300 employees provide care and support services for patients in the hospital and 35 other locations, including the Cotton O’Neil Heart Center, Cancer Center, Diabetes & Endocrinology Center, Digestive Health Center, Pediatrics clinics and 10 regional primary care clinics. Stormont Vail Health is committed to its mission of improving the health of the community by being a national leader in providing compassionate, high quality and efficient integrated care through collaboration that results in a healthier community.
