MRI/Diagnostic Technologist - Full Time - Days

Schedule

Varied schedule consisting of four 10-hour shifts between 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Rotating weekends and holidays On-call requirements included

Job Description

Job Requirements Education Graduate from an approved American Medical Association (AMA) school of Radiologic Technology required. Experience Prior Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) experience preferred. For MJE: Completion of a MRI Externship through an approved MRI school required. For NMH: 1 year of prior experience working as a CAT Scan Technologist, or; Completion of a MRI Externship through an approved MRI school, or; Board certified as a Radiologic Technologist, (ARRT) required. License/Certifications American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (RT.R.ARRT) certification in Radiography required. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (RT.MR.ARRT) registered in Magnetic Resonance Imaging required. Technologists who have completed clinical training and are Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) board eligible will be considered with the understanding that registry will be passed within 12 months, or New technologists who require clinical training to become Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) board eligible will be considered with the understanding that the advanced board certification is required within 12 months at the completion of clinical training. Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Strong interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with hospital personnel, patients, co-workers, and the public. Ability to perform numerous tasks at once, prioritize workload and organize workflow. Possess a working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, and understand the basis of computer operation. Knowledge of MRI principles and concepts. Knowledge of other modalities or willing to gain knowledge of other modalities as requested for the potential of cross-training opportunities. Proficient with working with patients of all ages (infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and elderly). For MJE: Required to perform venipuncture for injections and IV management for power injector use. For NMH: Ability to perform POCT and venipuncture/IV insertion for purposes of contrast administration under the direction of a radiologist as needed. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Distinguish colors Keyboarding/typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive Motions Standing Stooping/bending Twisting Walking Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Grasping Hearing Reaching Seeing/Visual Speaking/talking Job Hazards Not Related: Explosives (pressurized gas) Electrical Shock/Static Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc.) Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) Rare (1-33%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations Occasionally (34%-66%): Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) Equipment/Machinery/Tools Exposure to high magnetic fields (up to 3 Tesla) and radiofrequencies About Methodist: Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law. At Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and the people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. If you join our organization, you will have the opportunity to excel in your field, use the latest technologies, learn from the best and work as a team. You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference through The Meaning of Care.