MRI Technologist PRN

Job Description:

MRI technologists at Intermountain Health are committed to providing patient centered care while demonstrating our values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. If you are interested in contributing to our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible- come join our team!

Discover why Intermountain Health is a great place to work

Posting Specifics:

• Hours: PRN (As Needed)
• Benefits Eligible: No
• Shift Details: PRN - Fluctuating shift based on PTO and department needs.
• Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends

Saint Joseph Hospital is part of Intermountain Health a nonprofit healthcare organization that focuses on person-centered care.  Our 365-bed facility is one of the top-ranked hospitals in Denver and has been awarded the highest national recognition possible for nursing excellence – Magnet designation – by the ANCC. We are proud to extend the mission of Intermountain Health by providing care for the poor, the vulnerable, our communities and each other. Our deep community roots date back to 1873, making us one of the oldest hospitals in Colorado.

Benefits are one of the ways we encourage health for you and your family. Our generous package includes medical, dental and vision coverage. But health is more than a well-working body: it encompasses body, mind and social well-being. To that end, we’ve launched a Healthy Living program to address your holistic health. Healthy Living includes financial incentives, digital tools, tobacco cessation, classes, counseling and Paid Time Off. We also offer financial wellness tools and retirement planning.

Scope:

MRI Technologist responsibilities:

• Operate a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images used by physicians in the diagnosis and treatments of pathologies.
• Possess thorough knowledge and understanding of the principals and physics of magnetic resonance imaging.
• Select appropriate imaging techniques and protocols to complete the exam.
• Receive patients, explain method of examination, and position patient, perform IV puncture, and administer IV contrast agent when indicated.
• Independently perform and complete routine examinations.
• Meet the needs of the patient, family and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy and efficiency. 
• Actively participate in quality initiatives to ensure the highest level of patient satisfaction, highest level of patient care and workflow efficiencies.

Requirements:

• Associate Degree or equivalent from two-year College or Technical School; or one year minimum related experience and/or training, required- Current ARRT (R) or (MR)
• Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association, required
• Ability to interact with people of all ages, required- At least one (1) year of experience as a MRI Technologist, preferred

Now that you know more about being a MRI Technologist on our team, we hope you’ll join us. At Intermountain Health, you’ll reaffirm every day how much you love this work, and why you were called to it in the first place.

Physical Requirements:

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (ful