Lead Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)Technologist

About the role

At Snoqualmie Valley Health, we’re not just in the business of healthcare; we’re in the business of empowering our community to live boldly and live well. Our commitment to excellence and innovation calls for team members who will build trust, obsess over excellence, lead innovation, and deepen connections within our community. Located in a trailblazing, adventure-loving town at the base of the Cascades, Snoqualmie Valley Health is an independent public hospital district serving a vibrant community that thrives on both adventure and connection. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger.

Responsibilities

• Acts in accordance with hospital policies with a high degree of professional ethics and conduct, modeling that standard for MRI staff.
• Accurately interprets a physician’s scanning instructions, administers contrast materials, prepares and operates the MRI scan equipment, and positions the patient to capture the appropriate images.
• Provides care for patients of all ages, relying on past experience and professional training with geriatric and pediatric patients.
• Uses all safety forms the Imaging Department provides prior to bringing a patient into the MRI exam room, ensuring MRI staff do the same.
• Safely manages the environment of care while providing patient care and services.
• Delegates assignments in a courteous manner.
• Assists in ensuring full compliance with all Department of Health regulations applicable to MRI.
• Sees that staff members support all quality, safety measures, and practices.
• Contacts the Imaging Manager regarding equipment malfunctions, supply requests, and any unusual situations that depart from standard policies and procedures.
• Functions using independent judgment, initiative, and ingenuity when performing technical procedures, serving as the technical resource for MRI staff.
• Manages and monitors the equipment used to acquire MRI images.
• Develops and organizes diagnostic-quality images prior to giving them to the radiologist for interpretation.
• Utilizes magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners to produce cross-section images of patients’ internal organs and tissues for diagnosis of medical issues.
• Demonstrates proper infection control practices.
• Serves as a department mentor.
• Supports department changes.
• Is willing to be part of the call team.
• Attends routine and mandatory meetings and in-services as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned, some of which may be essential to the position.

Leadership

• Assists with new employee orientation and training.
• Assists with ordering of supplies and inventory.
• Adjusts shift to provide coverage and reduce overtime.
• Assists with the merit review process by providing input on employee performance.
• Delegates assignments in a courteous manner.
• Serves as a department mentor.
• Assists with annual competency evaluations.
• Supports department changes.
• Demonstrates problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Maintains and enforces MRI safety screening for patients, staff, and non-imaging personnel, and controls access to the MRI exam room.
• Partners with the Lead CT Technologist on shared department standards, cross-coverage, and call schedule.
• Escalates staffing, performance, equipment, and budget matters to the Imaging Manager.

Requirements

• Associate of Arts degree, Associate of Science degree, or hospital-based certificate program.
• WA State License and ARRT (Radiology) (MR) certifications.
• A minimum of 2 years of MRI experience.
• CPR certified.

Skills

• Strong positive interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving ability and time management skills.
• Organizational skills to function successfully in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing; additional languages preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to work with other members of the healthcare team to meet patient needs.
• Ability to interact in a positive manner and communicate well with patients, families, co-workers, employees, supervisors, and other hospital employees.

Work Environment

• Occasional exposure to chemicals and odors.
• Exposure to bodily fluids while assisting physician with biopsy procedures.
• Working in the presence of a magnet for prolonged periods of time.
• Exposure to blood is possible when administering contrast injections.
• Transporting patients outside during inclement weather to the MRI Trailer.

Physical Demands

• Ability to grasp firmly with both hands and lift up to twenty (20) pounds routinely throughout the shift.
• Standing, walking, sitting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, twisting, reaching, handling, kneeling, and wrist and digital dexterity.
• Patient lifting, ambulating, and transfer of patients in wheelchairs, on gurneys and beds, and for use of mechanical lifts.
• Concentration, attention to detail, and corrected vision are needed to produce the best possible images.

Benefits

We believe in taking care of those who take care of our community. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that puts your health and well-being first.

• Medical: Flexible medical plan with access to multiple in-network tiers, including top-quality care from Snoqualmie Valley Health, Eastside Health, and First Choice/First Health providers. Care at SVH is provided at no cost for anyone covered under our plan.
• Dental
• Vision
• Pharmacy
• Life and AD&D
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Travel Assistance & ID Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Other Voluntary Benefits

Benefit Eligibility Requirements:

• Employees regularly scheduled at least 20 hours per week.
• Employee Dependents: Your legal spouse or domestic partner; dependent children until age 26.
• Waiting Period: 1st of the month from the date of hire.

Note: The flu shot (during flu season) is required for employment, with exemptions available for valid medical or religious reasons. Snoqualmie Valley Health is a drug-free workplace, and drug screenings are part of our onboarding process.