Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist
Facility: Sanford Health Northwest Clinic
Location: Minot, ND
About the role
Performs diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures, MRI safety considerations and provides a quality patient care experience. Initiates life support measures as necessary. Interacts effectively with patients and their family members, physicians, and other health care workers. Has extensive knowledge of operation of all MRI equipment. Positions the patient and provides for comfort during the exam. Administers contrast material as required. Obtains patient history and clinical indication for MRI study. Accurately documents in patient records. Utilizes electronic medical record software for accurate scheduling and billing procedures.
Possesses the ability to professionally obtain information from patients or their responsible parties, to further improve their personalized treatment and care. On a continuum, the technologist works to develop an understanding of the patient's physical and emotional status. Extensive knowledge of cross-section anatomy. Works well with all ages of patients.
Sanford Rural Health Network Facility sites may expand job responsibilities based on the needs of the facility, to include, but not limited to: on-call rotation nights, weekends, and holidays. Perform diagnostic radiology procedures. Perform basic diagnostic radiology tasks and aware of general radiology protocols. May perform mobile imaging, electrocardiogram (EKG), cardiac monitor placement, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures.
Responsibilities
- Performs diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams
- Exercises professional judgment in procedures and MRI safety considerations
- Provides quality patient care and initiates life support measures as necessary
- Interacts effectively with patients, family members, physicians, and other health care workers
- Operates MRI equipment and positions patients for comfort during exams
- Administers contrast material as required
- Obtains patient history and clinical indication for MRI study
- Accurately documents in patient records and utilizes electronic medical record software for scheduling and billing
- Performs diagnostic radiology procedures and basic radiology tasks
- May perform mobile imaging, EKG, cardiac monitor placement, and DEXA procedures
Requirements
- Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic Technology training in an AMA or JRCERT approved school
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) training or experience preferred
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) certification required at time of hire
- MRI certification or certification to be obtained within two years post-hire preferred
- If working in North Dakota, licensure through the ND Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) is required
- In Iowa, technologists must have a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and recertified as required
Schedule
- Full time
- Day shift
- Monday - Friday
- Weekly hours: 40.00
Pay
Salary range: $31.50 - $49.50 per hour
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, benefits may include:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Work/life balance benefits
- Generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance
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