MRI Tech

Position #: 25000020
Position: MRI Tech
UH Facility: Beachwood Medical Center
Shift: Evenings
Status: Part-time
Work Days of Week: M-F

City: Beachwood

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ABOUT US

At University Hospitals, everything we do is focused on helping patients and their families achieve optimal health, realize improved quality of life, and get back to what’s most important in their lives.

Our goal is to create an atmosphere where the best allied health professionals and support staff can learn, grow and make a real, positive impact on all those we serve. An allied health career with University Hospitals provides the opportunity for you to Be the Difference.

Join Us and Be the difference in Advancing the Science of Health and the Art of Compassion.

Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

JOB DESCRIPTION & QUALIFICATIONS

Description

Radiology candidates who accept a part-time or full-time position with University Hospitals are eligible for:

Competitive hourly rate
Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experience
Sign-on bonus ($10,000 for full-time or $5,000 for part-time).
Tuition reimbursement after six months
Career Ladder Progression

A career as a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technologist is exciting for those who are passionate about health care, patient comfort and saving lives. As a technologist, you are asked to operate MRI scanners and to ensure that the procedure produces quality images and information for the health care professional to make an accurate diagnosis. You have the chance to work and interact directly with patients as you ensure that they are comfortable and calm. Utilize your medical knowledge by interviewing patients, explaining the procedure and placing the patient in the appropriate spot on the table. Technologists are also organized, detail-oriented people who are familiar with the anatomical area that is being scanned and the patient’s history. Develop relationships with patients as you help diagnose their condition as an MRI technologist.

A Brief Overview

Performs MRI scans at the direction of physician protocol. Provides compassionate age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.

What You Will Do

Performs MRI scans as directed by radiologist
Patient care during visit to MRI
Answers phones and arranges schedule for in-patient request
Assures a safe and clean environment
Maintains knowledge of technical skills
Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients/customers and coworkers
Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment
Displays commitment to the mission of the hospital and its values
Demonstrates successful technical/patient skills by efficiently implementing special procedure technology in the MR area
Uses administrative skills to contribute to the successful operation of the department
Collaborates effectively and in a timely manner with co-workers and clinical staff
Provides age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications

Education

Associate’s Degree Completion of an accredited 2 year program in a school of Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology (Required) or
Other Accredited Program Completion of an accredited 2 year program in a school of Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology (Required)

Work Experience

MR scanning experience. (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of sterile and surgical procedures. (Required proficiency)
Knowledge of MRI equipment and safety in MRI environment. (Required proficiency)
Knowledge of radiology information system. (Required proficiency)
Basic knowledge of oxygen tanks, suction machine and emergency equipment. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT:R) (Preferred) or
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) (Required) or
Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) (Required) or
ARDMS (Required)
Registered Technolgoist MRI (ARRT-MR) within 1 Year (Required) and
Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Hire (Required) and

Physical Demands

Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

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It is the policy of University Hospitals to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions or other conditions of employment are all made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, veteran status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status in accordance with Federal and Ohio law. A qualified individual with a disability will be considered for employment on the same basis as non- disabled applicants if he/she can perform the essential functions of the job sought, with or without a reasonable accommodation, and without imposing a direct threat to the health or safety of others or him/herself. EEO is the Law

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