WVU Medicine
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
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
Registered through American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or MRI
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
Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire
State criminal background check and Federal (if applicable) as required for regulated areas
Preferred Qualifications
MRI certification through Registered American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or ARMRIT upon hire
Radiography certification through American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepares and explains exams to patients
Performs all exams that pertain to specialty areas
Maintains current knowledge of procedures in specialty areas in order to perform assigned duties
Maintains proper magnetic field safety requirements as required by manufacturer
Assists physician during specialty exam
Process exams and make available on PACS
Demonstrates appropriate patient/family/self-safety practices
Delegates and evaluates the delivery of care given by peers, other members of the health care team and ancillary staff
Participates in self-evaluation and develops a plan for professional development based on personal/unit goals/strategic plans
Upon completion of exam, all paperwork is finished that deals with patient
Participates in the education/oversight of orientees, ancillary staff, and students in collaboration with the preceptor, manager, and/or designated education coordinator
Active on selected committees for the purpose of exchanging information and participating in problem solving methods
Arranges own knowledge base and development by attending formal and/or informal educational activities
Assists in identifying problems for investigation, collecting data for research projects and applying current concepts to patient care
Values based care recognizes the importance of quality customer services (Service Excellence Standards) to patients and employees
For Facilities With Specialty Accreditation Requirements
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
Extended periods of standing and walking
Lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs of weight
Carry items of up to 20 lbs
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Works in a strong magnetic field
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
Possible exposure to ionizing radiation and sharps
Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of MRI procedures and safety-issues, organization skills, communication skills, computer skills, multi-tasking
Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations at any given time
Additional Job Description Required: Must obtain ARRT or ARMRIT within 1 year of hire.
SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE *** (Inquire for eligibility)
Scheduled Weekly Hours 36
Shift Day (United States of America)
Exempt/Non-Exempt United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company SRMC Summersville Regional Medical Center
Cost Center 160 SRMC Neuro MRI
Address 400 Fairview Heights Road Summersville 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.
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Minimum Qualifications
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
Registered through American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or MRI
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
Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire
State criminal background check and Federal (if applicable) as required for regulated areas
Preferred Qualifications
MRI certification through Registered American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or ARMRIT upon hire
Radiography certification through American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepares and explains exams to patients
Performs all exams that pertain to specialty areas
Maintains current knowledge of procedures in specialty areas in order to perform assigned duties
Maintains proper magnetic field safety requirements as required by manufacturer
Assists physician during specialty exam
Process exams and make available on PACS
Demonstrates appropriate patient/family/self-safety practices
Delegates and evaluates the delivery of care given by peers, other members of the health care team and ancillary staff
Participates in self-evaluation and develops a plan for professional development based on personal/unit goals/strategic plans
Upon completion of exam, all paperwork is finished that deals with patient
Participates in the education/oversight of orientees, ancillary staff, and students in collaboration with the preceptor, manager, and/or designated education coordinator
Active on selected committees for the purpose of exchanging information and participating in problem solving methods
Arranges own knowledge base and development by attending formal and/or informal educational activities
Assists in identifying problems for investigation, collecting data for research projects and applying current concepts to patient care
Values based care recognizes the importance of quality customer services (Service Excellence Standards) to patients and employees
For Facilities With Specialty Accreditation Requirements
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
Extended periods of standing and walking
Lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs of weight
Carry items of up to 20 lbs
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Works in a strong magnetic field
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
Possible exposure to ionizing radiation and sharps
Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of MRI procedures and safety-issues, organization skills, communication skills, computer skills, multi-tasking
Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations at any given time
Additional Job Description Required: Must obtain ARRT or ARMRIT within 1 year of hire.
SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE *** (Inquire for eligibility)
Scheduled Weekly Hours 36
Shift Day (United States of America)
Exempt/Non-Exempt United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company SRMC Summersville Regional Medical Center
Cost Center 160 SRMC Neuro MRI
Address 400 Fairview Heights Road Summersville 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.
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