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Fairview Health Services Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Overview
At University of Minnesota Medical Center, we continually strive to improve our patients' lives by delivering superior outcomes using groundbreaking technology and treatments while balancing patients' needs. We balance the latest in technology and treatments with patient-centered care. As the core teaching hospital of the University of Minnesota Medical School, our hospital is among the most respected in the nation, providing superior health care results.
Our partnership with the University of Minnesota Medical school and University of Minnesota Physicians provides the platform to specialize in surgical techniques, breakthrough treatment and lifesaving therapies to train tomorrow's physicians. Clinical trials advance our clinical services, bringing the very newest ideas to patient care.
We are conveniently located on the West Bank of the Mississippi River near downtown Minneapolis.
We are seeking an MRI Technologist to support MRI services. Typical hours would be rotating 12 hour shifts, 11:00AM to 11:00PM, Monday-Friday (5 shifts per pay period). There is also an on-call rotation for overnight/weekend coverage.
This position is eligible for a $3750 sign-on bonus!!
Responsibilities Job Description
The University of Minnesota Medical Center West Bank/Masonic Children's Hospital offers 24/7 Imaging services for pediatric and adult patients. The MRI technologists work collaboratively within the Imaging team and amongst varying levels of clinical practitioners.
Job duties:
Identifies relevant data from images accurately
Uses appropriate communication skills to meet patient/family, and other customer needs.
Communicates pertinent data clearly to the appropriate health care professional
Participates in creating a culture of patient safety
Demonstrates knowledge of emergency preparedness
Verify patient identification and documentation
Communicate with and educate patient regarding pertinent information during all aspects of exam
Achieves quality diagnostic images through correct patient positioning and use of technical factors according to protocol
Ensures patient data integrity
Adheres to MRI safety guidelines and diagnostic testing protocols/procedures
Accurately documents in compliance with regulatory agency requirements, completes computer functions, edits, scheduling, and billing status changes
Follows infection control guidelines
Serves as a resource for other healthcare team members
Responds appropriately to emergent situations
Accurate image marking and digital image manipulation and archiving
Assesses the validity of the test results to determine if consistent with changing physiological conditions or if due to possible interfering substances
Acts as a resource for problem-solving resolution
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Current Registration with American Registry Radiologic Technology (ARRT)
Basic Life Support (BLS) - from American Red Cross or American Heart Association
Meet MRI Safety Screen requirements
Preferred qualifications:
Prior MRI Experience (1+ years)
ARRT MRI certification or successful completion within 18 months of hire
Experience with Epic/Radiant
Understanding of current ACR Guidelines for MRI Safety
Knowledge of MRI quality control and safety standards
We are are open to candidates without prior MRI experience who are highly motivated to train on the job to become a certified MRI Technologist.
EEO Statement
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status