MRI Technologist

About the role

The MRI technologist produces diagnostic quality images using MRI system and related equipment. The technologist must provide quality patient care while consistently adhering to the Departmental and Medical Center policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a good working relationship with all staff members.
• Demonstrates flexibility in work schedule as required.
• (i.e. alternate shifts, call rotation, etc.)
• Demonstrates initiative (Can work independent without need of constant supervision or direction.)
• Responsible (Completes assigned tasks, duties, etc.)
• Punctual (Arrives at work on time on a consistent basis.)
• Dependable
• Observes universal precautions and other health and safety rules of the department as well as those of the Medical Center.
• Participates in continuing education essential the field and for the betterment of the patient.
• Demonstrates good patient care skills.
• Communicates in a positive compassionate manor to all age groups.
• Able to modify job duties as necessary.
• Accurately assesses the patient’s pain and involves the patient in effective management of the pain using age appropriate interventions.
• Maintain HIPPA compliance.
• Maintain Imaging QA requirements. (
• Consistently ensures prompt timely service to all outpatients.
• Monitors Patient Tracker consistently to make sure patients are not waiting excessively.
• Works to always meet or exceed patient’s expectation for fast efficient and compassionate service.
• Maintains clean environment.
• Cleans equipment as required.
• Sanitizes equipment between each patient contact.
• Consistently uses kind words, salutations, smiles, etc promoting a friendly approach during all patient interactions.
• Consistently wears identification badge while at work. (
• Takes call according to schedule.
• Completes all work before clocking out and leaving.
• Assists the radiologist and or other physicians as necessary.

Qualifications

• Registered Radiographer (ARRT)
• State Registered Radiologic Technician
• Basic Cardiac Life Support, or CPR for Healthcare Providers must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Graduate of a 2-year JRCERT program in Radiologic Technology. (AD or BS preferred.)
• MRI certification
• Previous MRI experience required

Benefits

Rapides Regional Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the provided job posting.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the provided job posting.