MRI Tech
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as an MRI Tech today with Methodist Hospital Hill Country.
Qualifications
- Graduate of Accredited School of MRI; Associate of Science or higher preferred but not required
- Four years MRI experience
- Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service line, facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the patient population served
- One year of leadership/supervisory or management experience (preferred)
Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required:
- ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT
- Texas Medical Board License
- BLS (American Red Cross)
- ARRT (MR) (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Supervises assigned personnel and is responsible for effectively and efficiently staffing the imaging section(s)
- Evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions
- Motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance
- Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in the use of power injectors, MRI positioning, procedures preparation, and technical factors associated with MRI systems
- Maintains clean, stocked inventory and equipment service records
- Works with vendors to ensure optimum uptime of equipment in section(s)
- Schedules preventive maintenance and emergency maintenance without disrupting patient care
- Ensures efficient workflow in the section by getting patients started on time and keeping room turnaround time to a minimum
- Organizes work to respond quickly to changes in workload
- Supervises personnel including interviewing, work allocation, orientation and training, staff development, problem resolution, evaluating performance, and making recommendations for personnel actions
- Completes assignments independently and works as part of a team
- Takes instructions from supervisors, exercises problem-solving skills, and interacts professionally with co-workers, supervisors, patients, vendors, and the public
- May have access to radiopharmaceuticals, contrast agents, and other non-controlled medications as appropriate to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
- May physically witness and/or inventory controlled substances with another authorized individual
- Integrates current scientific knowledge and technology into work practices
- Plays an active role in the orientation and training of new employees and students
- Participates in continuing education provided to the department during work hours
- Completes yearly Job Skills/Competency Checklist
- Demonstrates support, knowledge, and skill to provide care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
- Facilitates and participates in Radiology Department CQI monitoring and implements changes accordingly
- Assists in collection of data, reviewing, and revising the CQI program to comply with accrediting agencies, hospital goals, and departmental Policies and Procedures
- Maintains current CPR certification in Basic Life Support
- Improves leadership abilities continuously
- Establishes relationships with other supervisors throughout MHS to develop a network and mentoring opportunities
- Develops relationships with other departments within MHS and looks for opportunities for integration or interaction
- Supports the mission and vision of the Methodist Healthcare System and demonstrates excellent customer service at all times
- Understands and is committed to helping the Methodist Healthcare System and its associated facilities achieve its goals
- Learns and complies with System and facility safety policies and rules; uses appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all times
- Immediately reports all unsafe conditions to supervisors
- Adheres to the MHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior
- Understands the personal obligation to report any activity that appears to violate applicable laws, rules, regulations, or the Code of Conduct itself
- Completes other duties as assigned
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
Benefits
Methodist Hospital Hill Country offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
About the Organization
Founded in Fredericksburg, Texas, in 1971, Methodist Hospital | Hill Country is an award-winning healthcare organization that has gained a reputation for delivering remarkable care. The hospital has been named a Fortune/Merative Top 100 Hospital nine times in its history due to its excellent quality, outcomes, and experience results. The recipient of the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige Quality Award, Methodist Hospital | Hill Country is the largest employer in Gillespie County with more than 600 staff and 225 medical staff members. Methodist Hospital | Hill Country offers state-of-the-art services like the Restore Joint Replacement Center and an interventional cardiology program.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.