PRN MRI Tech

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. The MRI Technologist performs MRI procedures which are complex and elaborate to assist the physician in the diagnosis of injury and/or disease. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided: MD: No state license is required OH: No state license is required PA: No state license is required WV : Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) License OR Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Apprentice License through the West Virginia Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board. 2. Registered through American Registry of Radiologic Technologist ( ARRT ) in Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or MRI. 3. Certification in MRI through ARRT within 12 months of hire OR MRI certification through American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists ( ARMRIT ) due upon hire. 4 . Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire . 5 . State criminal background check and Federal (if applicable), as required for regulated areas. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. MRI certification through Registered through American Registry of Radiologic Technologist ( ARRT ) or ARMRIT upon hire. 2. Radiography certification through American Registry of Radiologic Technologist ( ARRT ) . CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Prepares and explains exams to patients 2. Performs all exams that pertain to specialty areas. 3. Maintains current knowledge of procedures in specialty areas in order to perform assigned duties. 4. Maintains proper magnetic field safety requirements as required by manufacturer. 5. Assists physician during specialty exam. 6. Process exams and make available on PACS. 7. Demonstrates appropriate patient/family/self- safety practices 8. Delegates and evaluates the delivery of care given by peers, other members of the health care team and ancillary staff. 9. Participates in self-evaluation and develops a plan for professional development based on personal/unit goals/strategic plans. 10. Upon completion of exam, all paperwork is finished that deals with patient . 11. Participates in the education/oversight of orientees, ancillary staff, and students in collaboration with the preceptor, manager, and/or designated education coordinator. 12. Active on selected committees for the purpose of exchanging information and participating in problem solving methods. 13. Arranges own knowledge base and development by attending formal and/or informal educational activities. 14. Assists in identifying problems for investigation, collecting data for research projects and applying current concepts to patient care. 15. Values based care recognizes the importance of quality customer services (Service Excellence Standards) to patients and employees. For facilities with specialty accreditation requirements: 1. Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards. Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Extended periods of standing and walking. 2. Lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs of weight 3. Carry items of up to 20 lbs. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Works in a strong magnetic field. 2. May be exposed to virus , disease, and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. May be exposed to traumatic situations including psychiatric crisis, physical injuries, and death. 3. Possible exposure to ionizing radiation and sharps. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Knowledge of MRI procedures and safety-issues, organization skills, communication skills, computer skills, multi-tasking . 2. Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations at any given time . Additional Job Description: Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company: JMC Jefferson Medical Center Cost Center: 160 JMC Neuro MRI Address: 300 S Preston St Ranson West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.