Roosevelt General Hospital·Portales, New Mexico
Perform all aspects of patient care and operate MRI equipment while ensuring safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include preparing patients for procedures, maintaining equipment, and documenting care services.
Perform all aspects of patient care in a radiology environment that optimizes patient safety with minimal medical/health care errors. Ensure compliance with patient care quality standards as it relates to the care provided to all age groups of patients ranging from neonate to geriatric.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
Identify patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements
Ensure operation of MRI equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Maintain MRI supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies
Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Gain patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions
Prepare patient for MRI procedure by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors
Minimize exposure to the magnetic field for patients and staff by practicing MR protection techniques.
Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols; following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs, such as contrast media, administering first aid, and using the emergency cart
Maintain production and quality of images by following established standards and procedures; developing MRs; observing imaging results; making necessary adjustments
Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Roosevelt General Hospital (RGH) is committed to providing safe, quality care to patients. Employees are required to adhere to the Values of RGH.
Integrity
We are committed to honesty and ethical principles, where our words and actions reflect our dedication to fostering strong relationships and maintaining professional credibility.
We take accountability for our actions and their impact on others, consistently honoring our commitments and upholding moral standards and values in every situation.
Learning
We promote personal growth and professional excellence by embracing continuous learning through training, mentorship, and constructive feedback.
We foster a collaborative culture driven by curiosity and critical thinking, encouraging staff to ask questions, seek answers, and share knowledge.
Innovation
We confidently embrace changes in technology, processes, and practices, encouraging strategic risk-taking and creativity to enhance healthcare delivery, patient safety, and the quality of care.
We collaborate with partners from other hospitals, academic institutions, industry leaders, and community organizations to promote continuous improvement and remain at the forefront of advancing healthcare outcomes.
Kindness
We engage in open communication with patients, families, and colleagues to understand their needs and concerns, while respecting their differences and upholding their dignity.
We foster a nurturing environment where individuals feel supported, understood, and valued, strengthening relationships, promoting growth, and enhancing the overall well-being of all.
Excellence
We strive to be a model rural healthcare facility, setting high standards in healthcare delivery and ensuring exceptional patient satisfaction within the communities we serve.
We take pride in our accountability and fiscal responsibility, skillfully balancing costs and outcomes to guarantee that superior patient care is always delivered.
Unity
We collaborate across departments and disciplines to deliver effective and compassionate healthcare, working alongside patients, families, and community partners to ensure seamless coordination of care and achieve our common goals of wellness and healing.
We prioritize open communication and mutual respect, empowering our teams to collaborate effectively by acknowledging and celebrating the unique contributions and strengths of each individual.
The employee is expected to adhere to all agency policies and to act as a role model in adherence to agency policies.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.
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Requires a high school diploma, a degree or certificate in Radiology, and a current BLS certification. Candidates must be able to handle the physical demands of a high-stress radiology environment.
Market context
MRI tech roles in New Mexico are often driven by steady imaging needs in hospitals and outpatient centers, with demand shaped by access to diagnostic services across urban and rural areas. These positions are competitive because employers look for a radiology degree or certificate, current BLS, and the ability to work safely in a high-stress environment. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare openings, then confirm your credential details and physical readiness before applying.
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