Reports to: Nuclear Medicine Lead Technician
Location: Mercy Hospital – MHVI (Coon Rapids, MN)
Pay Range: $39.85 to $56.00 per hour
Job Status/Hours: Casual
*Position Summary:*
Performs and assists with procedures in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanning under the direction of the radiologist, providing timely and quality services to patients. Follows Imaging Department policies to maintain a safe, efficient and economical environment. Interacts with patients to welcome, explain and respond to questions and concerns during and following the procedure.
*MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:*
* Completes procedures in compliance with physician orders and department guidelines
* Identifies patient with two identifiers.
* Documents accurately all needed aspects of the procedure.
* Observes and communicates with patient, responding to needs.
* Maintains safe patient environment in procedure area.
* Performs procedures with high degree of accuracy
* Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of all diagnostic equipment.
* Maintains work knowledge and competence.
* Gathers all relevant information to assist in interpretation of images.
* Verifies all imaging has appropriately transferred to imaging storage and retrieval system.
* Provides accurate clerical function
* Uses Excellian (electronic medical record).
* Understands the Enterprise Medical Imaging/Picture Archiving and Communication System.
* Ensures all documentation is complete post procedure.
* Communicate with Supervisor and team
* Reporting problems, issues or ideas.
* Provides assistance, ideas and information to support the work of others.
* Other duties as assigned.
*Physical Demands:*
* Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (\*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
*Employment Selection Criteria:*
* Vocational or Technical Training Graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology
* 1 to 2 years of MRI experience, 1 year or greater experience preferred
* Registered Technologist – The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required MRI certification with ARRT preferred upon hire
* BLS Tier 1 – Basic Life Support – Multisource required upon hire
* Demonstrated strengths in the following competencies:
* Patient Focus
* Action Oriented
* Adaptability
* Integrity and Trust
* Intellectual Horsepower
* Political Savvy
* Organizing
* Communication (written and verbal)
* Interpersonal Savvy
* Problem Solving
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
Pay: $39.85 - $56.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
* Are you currently ARRT certified, or are you eligible and willing to obtain ARRT certification upon hire?
* Do you currently hold an MRI certification?
Experience:
* MRI: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
