MRI and Xray Technologist

Company: Intermountain Health
Location: Butte
Posted on: February 4, 2025

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.Posting Specifics: -

• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hours: Full time (36 hours) -
• Shift Details: Varied MRI & X-ray shifts, rotated weekends and holidays, after hours MRI callScopeAs an Imaging Tech II MRI / Diagnostic Radiology you need to know how to:
  • Position will include work in the MRI department as well as Diagnostic Radiology
  • Access, manage and update patient medical records through Hospital Electronic Medical Record Information System
  • Accurately access patient medical records
  • Input physicians orders appropriately to patients records
  • Review documentation for ongoing patient care- Communicate patient record with ancillary hospital services
  • Maintain patient confidentiality as outlined by privacy and HIPAA guidelines
  • Practice core competencies according to the ARRT Standards of Ethics
  • Educate, interview, screen and explain imaging and safety procedures to patients regarding the biological effects of radiation and/or magnetic field protection and safety prior to beginning any imaging procedure to reduce anxiety and obtain patient cooperation
  • Position patient on imaging table and utilize immobilization devices as warranted for safety or to obtain optimum views of specified areas of the body as requested by a Physician and following protocols developed by a Radiologist
  • Administer contrast media orally or in intravenous administration according to Radiologist and/or Pharmacy guidelines
  • Monitor patient during procedures either through direct contact, by the use of two-way voice communication or through control room window and/or closed circuit TV screen
  • Practice universal safety precautions, radiation protection techniques and magnetic field education to minimize exposure to patient, self and staffQualifications - Non-Certified
    • Associate's degree (A. A.) or diploma from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training, required
    • Current ARRT certification, required
    • Current Montana State Licensure, required
    • Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association, required
    • MRI experience, required as well as an additional certification such as CT, required
    • Minimum of two (2) years of Diagnostic Radiology experience, required
    • Knowledgeable in MRI and Radiology procedures, requiredQualifications - Certified
      • Associate's degree or diploma from two-year College or technical school; or 6 months to 1 year of related experience and/or training, required
      • Current ARRT certification, required
      • Current Montana State Licensure or eligibility to obtain, required
      • Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association, required
      • Additional certification, required within 18 months of hirePhysical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -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.- and -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.- and -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.- and -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).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.Location:St James HospitalWork City:ButteWork State:MontanaScheduled Weekly Hours:36The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. -$33.49 - $53.91We 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, and for our . 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.All positions subject to close without notice.

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