MRI Technologist

Confluence Health • Wenatchee, WA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

Salary Range

$41.15 - $66.26
Overview

Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.

Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
CH Wellness Program
Paid Time Off
Generous Retirement Plans
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Gym Membership Discount
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Adoption Assistance
Shift Differential

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Summary

$7,500 Sign On Bonus for MRI Tech

External applicants only.

Requires 2 year commitment to Confluence Health

Performs all routine and special MRI procedures by participating in technical duties directly involved with the MRI scanner. Provide patients with safe, courteous and efficient care. Will assist in CT; assist in other sections of the department as needed.

Position Reports To:Radiology Manager.

Essential Functions

Prepares for and performs all MRI examinations while operating assigned equipment in a safe manner as instructed.
Evaluates MRI images for technical quality.
Develop, initiate, and monitor procedures for the effective utilization of the MRI scanner.
Completes “Informed Consent” forms as needed.
Performs IV access, using sterile technique and administer contrast media under physician supervision.
Maintains the cleanliness of the scanner and associated minor equipment in accordance with infection control policies and procedures.
Required to take standby and be on call as needed. If on call, will be available within 20 minutes of notification of need.
If working less than 40 hours per week, may be required to work scheduled days off.
Follows good MRI safety and quality assurance procedures.
Utilizes PACS, RIS, and current EMR efficiently and completes required paperwork for each examination performed.
Complies with all continuing education requirements as dictated by regulatory entities.
Lifts patients as needed and when this can be accomplished safely and according to policy. Transfers patients using safe ergonomic technique and utilizes the hydraulic lift or other safe patient handling devices and the patient's family members or caregivers when necessary.
Participate in Quality Improvement Programs.
Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Other duties as assigned

Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.

Qualifications

Required:

Must be a graduate of a course in Radiologic Technology approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Minimum one year as a radiologic technologist to include fluoroscopy.

Washington State Certification as radiologic technologist.

ARRT registered in MRI or within one year of employment in MRI classification.

Desired:

Previous MRI experience preferred.

ARRT registered in CT or registered within one year of employment.

A working knowledge of computers, accurate keyboarding skills, and email communication.

Physical/Sensory Demands

O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday.

F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday.

C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.

Physical/Sensory Demands ForThis Position:

Walking - F

Sitting/Standing - F

Reaching: Shoulder Height - F

Reaching: Above shoulder height - F

Reaching: Below shoulder height - F

Climbing - O

Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - F

Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F

Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - F

Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F

Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F

Lifting: Over 50 pounds - O

Carrying: 25 pounds or less - F

Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O

Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O

Crawling/Kneeling - O

Bending/Stooping/Crouching - F

Twisting/Turning - F

Repetitive Movement - F

Working Conditions:

If working less than 40 hours per week, may be required to work scheduled days off.

Must be able to take call with a response time of 20 minutes.

Assists in lifting patients and places them in appropriate positions with the use of safe patient handling equipment. Requires manual and finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination and depth perception for operation of equipment.

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