MRI Technologist Per Diem

About the role

The MRI technologist will operate a variety of equipment, including a high field strength magnet, RF transmitter, RF receiver and computer. Under general supervision, the incumbent will independently perform MRI examinations using the established exam protocols. The MRI Technologist will be responsible for the acquisition, post processing, and archiving of all patient data. The individual will maintain and operate equipment according to manufacturers' operation manual. The MRI Technologist will comply and adhere to department protocols, UCDH Policies and Procedures, Department of Radiology Policies and Procedures and other applicable work rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI equipment and auxiliary equipment for assigned modality to provide quality images.
• Maintain and operate equipment according to manufacturers' operation manual.
• Comply and adhere to department protocols, UCDH Policies and Procedures, Department of Radiology Policies and Procedures and other applicable work rules and regulations.
• Acquire, post process, and archive all patient data.
• Maintain and operate equipment according to manufacturers' operation manual.
• Adapt to new programs and equipment upgrades as the MRI field advances.
• Move and manipulate equipment with knobs and switches.
• Maneuver portable Radiology equipment in tight places, sometimes with limited access.
• Maintain flexibility with scheduling changes throughout the day to accommodate patient care needs.
• Perform duties and responsibilities as per the Department of Radiology – MRI.

Requirements

• Possession of valid ARRT certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging and/or valid CRT with one or more years demonstrated MRI experience.
• I.V. Certification or Venipuncture.
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Knowledge and ability to operate MRI scanners and auxiliary equipment for assigned modality to provide quality images.
• Knowledge of PACS.
• Competence in archiving, retrieving and exceptions handling with the PACS system.
• Ability to move and manipulate equipment with knobs and switches.
• Ability to move, manipulate and transferring patients weighing up to 500 pounds on/to/from exam table, with assistance as needed.
• Ability to maneuver portable Radiology equipment in tight places, sometimes with limited access.
• Ability to move from location to location throughout the hospital and other campus (satellite) locations.
• Ability to operate a computer system for data entry.
• Ability to legibly enter information in small spaces on preprinted forms throughout the day.
• Ability to complete all job tasks in an efficient manner without hampering the flow of activities.
• Ability to work in an area with ionizing radiation and/or high field MRI systems.
• Ability to work in a very cool environment (computer area).
• Knowledge of anatomy, including cross-sectional anatomy and related positioning.

Qualifications

• No minimum education required.
• Contrast Administration experience required.
• Must be competent in archiving, retrieving and exceptions handling with the PACS system.
• Knowledge and ability to operate MRI scanners and auxiliary equipment for assigned modality to provide quality images.
• Knowledge of PACS.
• Must be able to adapt to new programs and equipment upgrades as the MRI field advances.
• Ability to move and manipulate equipment with knobs and switches.
• Ability to move, manipulate and transferring patients weighing up to 500 pounds on/to/from exam table, with assistance as needed.
• Ability to maneuver portable Radiology equipment in tight places, sometimes with limited access.
• Ability to move from location to location throughout the hospital and other campus (satellite) locations.
• Ability to operate a computer system for data entry.
• Ability to legibly enter information in small spaces on preprinted forms throughout the day.
• Ability to complete all job tasks in an efficient manner without hampering the flow of activities.
• Ability to work in an area with ionizing radiation and/or high field MRI systems.
• Ability to work in a very cool environment (computer area).
• Knowledge of anatomy, including cross-sectional anatomy and related positioning.

Skills

• Knowledge and ability to operate MRI scanners and auxiliary equipment for assigned modality to provide quality images.
• Knowledge of PACS.
• Ability to move and manipulate equipment with knobs and switches.
• Ability to move, manipulate and transferring patients weighing up to 500 pounds on/to/from exam table, with assistance as needed.
• Ability to maneuver portable Radiology equipment in tight places, sometimes with limited access.
• Ability to move from location to location throughout the hospital and other campus (satellite) locations.
• Ability to operate a computer system for data entry.
• Ability to legibly enter information in small spaces on preprinted forms throughout the day.
• Ability to complete all job tasks in an efficient manner without hampering the flow of activities.
• Ability to work in an area with ionizing radiation and/or high field MRI systems.
• Ability to work in a very cool environment (computer area).
• Knowledge of anatomy, including cross-sectional anatomy and related positioning.

Benefits

High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee’s lives
On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Pay

$80.09 per hour

Schedule

12 Hours, Variable