CoxHealth
Description
:Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Applicants
• Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation Bonus
• $1.50 Certification Pay
• Clinical Ladder up to $5,000
Job Summary
The Internal Agency MRI Technologist responds to department critical coverage needs throughout the system for all MRI locations in the system. Competency requires versatility to cover any need throughout system Radiology MRI departments. Performs MRI procedures consistent with the established standard of medical care in radiology, maintaining high quality imaging and patient welfare as a top priority. Supports didactic training of radiology students through demonstration and constructive guidance. Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner(s) within all guidelines of MRI safety. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of MRI safety zones and practices all safety guidelines. Interview/screen patient for appropriateness of exam and patient history and documents such accurately. Explain MRI procedures to patient/family for ultimate success of exam. Administer appropriate contrast media intravenously and accurately evaluate images to ensure quality and diagnostic status of exam.
Job Requirements
Education
• Required: Graduate of ARRT accredited program in Diagnostic Radiology and MRI
Experience
• Preferred: 2 years experience after graduation as a Registered Technologist in both MRI and Diagnostic Xray
Skills
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of current MR technical information.
• Proficient in using computers and computer systems.
• Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
• Required: R.T. (R) (ARRT)
• Required: R.T. (R) (MR) (ARRT)
• Required: Must obtain BLS within 90 days of hire dateEducation: Required:Graduate of ARRT accredited program in Radiologic Technology Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Radiology Certification in ARRT MR
Experience: Required: 1 year dedicated experience in MRI or Graduate of an approved MRI training program and Registry Eligible
Skills: Strong analytical/problem solving skills. Knowledge of current MR technical information. Proficient in using computers and computer systems. Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: ARRT - R ARRT - MR must be obtained within one year of hire date