Registered MRI Technologist, Full Time, Second Shift
About the role
UC Health is hiring a full-time Registered MRI Technologist for the radiology department at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. A $15,000 service bonus is offered. The Registered MRI Technologist will support the University of Cincinnati Medical Center's Radiology Department by performing all aspects of magnetic resonance imaging according to established protocols, including reviewing the appropriateness and completeness of patient histories and requests for services.
Location: Cincinnati, OH, United States
About University of Cincinnati Medical Center
As part of the Clifton Campus of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati's academic health system, University of Cincinnati Medical Center has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from world-renowned clinicians and care teams. Experts utilize the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available, providing a level of specialty and subspecialty medical care not available anywhere else in Greater Cincinnati. UC Medical Center is also home to medical breakthroughs — physician experts conduct basic, translational and clinical research, leading to new therapies and care protocols, and connecting patients to the latest and most advanced treatments. UC Medical Center houses Greater Cincinnati's only Level I adult trauma center, which includes the right mix of specialists and medical resources available at a moment's notice for a wide variety of the most complex medical conditions and injuries.
Unit details
- In 2022, Newsweek magazine recognized UC Medical Center among a listing of the World's Best Hospitals for world-class clinical care provided to the Greater Cincinnati Region and beyond.
- Greater Cincinnati's only Level I trauma center.
- Development opportunities to grow personal, professional and leadership skills through dynamic resources and learning offerings.
Qualifications
- Completion of a JRCERT-approved program in Radiologic Technology or an Associate degree in Radiologic, Nuclear, or Sonographic Technology
- 1 year of experience preferred
- Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or have equivalent certifications; ARRT-MR licensure is required
- Current CPR certification by the American Heart Association
- Current BLS certification for Healthcare workers
About UC Health
UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching — a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Communicates in a clear and appropriate manner with patients and staff while being able to identify and respond to varying needs according to the situation.
- Performs all aspects of MRI according to established protocols, which includes explaining procedures to patients, reviewing safety protocol with patients and participating parties, and completing MRI procedures according to safety standards.
- Operates complex imaging equipment in a safe manner and reviews films for diagnostic acceptability.
- Reviews and administers medications according to physician direction and provides continuous care to patients after completed procedures.
- Prepares and administers contrast media or medications orally and by intravenous injection.
- Administers or assists in administering CPR or other emergency procedures as needed.
- Maintains appropriate records and supplies, participates in quality control, and evaluates department, equipment, and performance for areas of improvement.