MRI Technologist

Allina Health
United States, Minnesota, Coon Rapids
Nov 18, 2024
Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: October 24, 2024 Department: 38016102 Mercy MRI Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Shift Length: 10 hour shift Hours Per Week: 10 Union Contract: Non-Union Weekend Rotation: Every Other Job Summary: Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Key Position Details: Two 10-hour, day/ evening shifts every other weekend Job Description: 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. Principle Responsibilities 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. Required Qualifications Vocational or Technical Training Graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology 0 to 2 years of MRI experience Preferred Qualifications 1 year of MRI experience Licenses/Certifications 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 Physical Demands Medium Work: Lifting weightUp to 32 lbs. occasionally (Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently