MRI Technician, Acute

Position Summary

The MRI Technician performs magnetic resonance imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

What We Are Looking For

• Associate's Degree required
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
• BLS required
• ARRT with additional certification in Mammography (if not certified in Mammography, must be certified within one year of date of hire or transfer to position)

Why Choose Us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs)
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Where We Are

• The City of Somerset blends southern hospitality with abundant recreational opportunities including a 65,000-acre lake with 1,200 miles of shoreline.
• Somerset is host to nationally recognized, high quality performing and visual arts, concerts and other special events to the community.

Who We Are

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern, state-of-the-art 295-bed acute care facility, offering an advanced neurosurgery program with Spine Center accreditation amongst other specialty services.