MRI Technologist II

About the role

Better at Work. Better at Life. When you work at St. Jude, you’ll join a highly collaborative work culture that inspires you every day to be your best. With opportunities for learning and growth, you can shape a career path that is right for you while also enjoying all the benefits and stability of working for a world-class institution. This includes work-life balance with generous paid time-off and on-campus conveniences that make life a little easier. Join us and you’ll quickly see why St. Jude is consistently ranked by our employees on Glassdoor as a “Best Place to Work.”

The MRI Technologist II will perform diagnostic imaging and magnetic resonance imaging examinations according to hospital/departmental policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine procedures within area (diagnostic imaging and magnetic resonance imaging examinations).
• Operate equipment and execute processes as per protocol to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care.
• Communicate with patient and family around procedures; monitor and address/escalate any distress reported by patient.
• Conduct documentation tasks within relevant information systems as per defined guidelines (e.g., storage, retrieval, tracking, disposal of paper, electronic and film imaging records, process logs, files, billing reports).
• Produce and evaluate data, information, and images as required.
• Perform quality control activities, document results and escalate issues as required.
• Assist in set-up, calibration, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting activities for equipment within area.
• Support inventory management including monitoring, receipt, and appropriate storage of supplies; report inventory replenishment requirements to relevant teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant imaging experience in CT, MRI or X-ray required.
• Experience Exception: Bachelor's degree within radiologic technology with 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with documentation of diagnostic procedures and working with MS Office/other relevant electronic systems preferred.
• Experience with medical terminology related to area of Diagnostics/Imaging.
• Proven performance in earlier role/comparable role.
• Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by Law: None.
• Must obtain one of the following MRI specialty registration certifications within 12 months of start date:
  • Radiography (R) from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Skills

• Ability to understand and adapt to changing priorities.
• Skills in structured problem-solving and openness to learning new approaches to execution.
• Ability to apply knowledge/skills within own area to deliver tasks with limited guidance.
• Addresses problems in a structured, logical approach; asks for guidance and tries out new ideas when changes in approach are required; adapts quickly and positively; learns from mistakes.
• Skills in clear and effective communication (written and verbal) and timely exchange of information with relevant stakeholders for work outcomes.
• Questions, clarifies, and provides explanations as needed; checks documents and reports for clarity and accuracy; seeks and provides information within and outside team in a timely manner.
• Skills in planning, prioritizing, and organizing work well; ability to deliver under tight timelines with focus on quality and efficiency.
• Plans around multiple tasks and priorities well within own work; able to cope with unexpected changes in routine and delivers planned outcomes on time; escalates issues/problems and seeks support in a timely manner.
• Skills in engaging with patients and prioritizing and addressing needs with a focus on efficient, responsive