MRI Technologist – FT – Nights – $20K Sign on Bonus – MHW Position Available In Broward, Florida

Location:

Pembroke Pines, Florida Employees in Imaging Services at #teamMHSflorida enjoy participating in an excellent, unrivaled culture. Patient safety, quality and outstanding customer service are valued above all else. Extensive teamwork and collaboration are encouraged across the modalities for the mutual benefit of improving patient outcomes and providing a rewarding experience for our employees involved in their care.

Summary:

Performs magnetic resonance imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Responsibilities:

Performs independently core MR Protocols, complex Neuro cases and anesthesia cases.

Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.

Precepts students or new hires.

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.

Performs Quality Assurance Testing on Imaging and related equipment.

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.

Charges appropriately for all supplies used for procedures.

Serves as a Resource for staff members in partnership with the clinical educator.

Reviews patient history and physician’s orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient’s understanding and cooperation.

Provides feedback as a Peer for Performance Evaluations.

Competencies:

ACCOUNTABILITY, ADMINISTRATION OF CONTRAST MEDIA, CARDIAC MONITORING

• TECHS, CUSTOMER

SERVICE, MRI SAFETY, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT POSITIONING AND PROCEDURES, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR, TEAM WORK

Education and Certification Requirements:

Accredited Program:

Imaging (Required)ARRT_American Registry of Radiology Tech (ARRT)

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS

AHA ECARD

)

• American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS

AHA-RQI ECARD

)

• American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA)
• American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE)
• Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC)
• Red Cross (RED CROSS), Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT LICENSE)
• State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work:

This role requires critical thinking skills, effective communication, decisive judgment, and the ability to build and foster positive relationships. Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Competent in:

Contrast Enhanced MRA Neuro & CSF Flow, Contrast Enhanced body MRA, WARP and Metal Reduction Protocols, MRI Perfusion, MR Conditional Device Screening, and MRI Reconstruction (MIPS, MPRS). Specific to the Breast Center•

MRI Guided Biopsies Required Work Experience:

Two (2) years of MRI Technologist experience (with a minimum of 6 months at a Memorial Healthcare Hospital).

Other Information:

• Registered as a Technologist (RT), (RTT) or (NMTCB) and registered in magnetic resonance imaging (MR) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Registered as a Technologist (ARMRIT)
• Advance Registry MRI Technologist.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

Bending and Stooping = 40% Climbing = 0% Keyboard Entry = 60% Kneeling = 40% Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60% Lifting or Carrying 0

• 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs
• 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Pushing or Pulling 0
• 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Pushing or Pulling 26
• 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Reaching = 60% Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 20% Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 40% Running = 0% Sitting = 60% Squatting = 20% Standing = 20% Walking = 40% Audible Speech = 80% Hearing Acuity = 80% Smelling Acuity = 0% Taste Discrimination = 0% Depth Perception = 80% Distinguish Color = 80% Seeing
• Far = 80% Seeing
• Near = 80% Bio hazardous Waste = 40% Biological Hazards
• Respiratory = 40% Biological Hazards
• Skin or Ingestion = 40% Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 40% Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 40% Asbestos = 0% Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0% Dust = 0% Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 0% Hazardous Chemicals = 20% Hazardous Medication = 20% Latex = 20% Computer Monitor = 60% Domestic Animals = 0% Extreme Heat/Cold = 0% Fire Risk = 20% Hazardous Noise = 0% Heating Devices = 0% Hypoxia = 0% Laser/High Intensity Lights = 20% Magnetic Fields = 60% Moving Mechanical Parts = 60% Needles/Sharp Objects = 60% Potential Electric Shock = 20% Potential for Physical Assault = 20% Radiation = 0% Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0% Unprotected Heights = 0% Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 20%

Shift:

Nights Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process. Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program. Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net