MRI Technologist -PRN – Shift Varies- Hospital Campus Position Available In Rutherford, Tennessee

Job Description:

Summary

ABOUT WILLIAMSON HEALTH

| Williamson Health is aregional healthcare system based in Williamson County, Tennessee,with more than 2,300 employees across more than 30 locations andmore than 860 physicians and advanced care practitioners offeringexceptional healthcare across 60-plus specialties andsubspecialties close to home. The flagship facility, WilliamsonMedical Center, which recently opened its new Boyer-Bryan WestTower, offers extensive women’s services, state-of-the-artcardiology services, advanced surgical technologies, anaward-winning obstetrics and NICU, leading-edge orthopaedics,outpatient imaging services, and distinct comprehensive emergencyand inpatient services for both adult and pediatric patients. OtherWilliamson Health service providers include the Bone and JointInstitute of Tennessee, The Turner-Dugas Breast Health Center,Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital Vanderbilt at WilliamsonMedical Center, Williamson Health physician practices that arestrategically located throughout the community, countywideEmergency Medical Services that include 18 rapid response units,Williamson Health Foundation, and multiple joint venture VanderbiltHealth and Williamson Medical Center Walk-In Clinics in WilliamsonCounty. Learn more about our many specialized services atWilliamsonHealth.org. Williamson Health is a system where yourtalents will be valued and your skillset expanded. We are rooted inour promise to world-class, compassionate care for the residents ofWilliamson County and surrounding communities, taking exceptionalpride in serving our community. We’re committed to empowering ouremployees to work in innovative ways and reserve time and space forcuriosity, laughter and creativity. We value and support thediversity and cultural differences among one another and arecommitted to upholding an inclusive environment that appreciatesthe uniqueness of all individuals. Our values are at the heart ofeverything we do: respect for every individual, the health andtotal well-being of all people, human compassion and integrity.

These shape who we are as an organization and are essential fordelivering the highest level of culturally competent care andtreatment of every patient, family member, visitor, physician andemployee. Williamson Health is pleased to offer a comprehensivebenefits program, that offers you choice and flexibility, so youcan take charge of your physical, financial, and emotionalwell-being. o Medical, Dental, Vision o PTO o Retirement Matching oTuition reimbursement o Discount programs o FSA (Flexible SpendingAccounts) o Identity Theft Protection o Legal Aid Williamson Healthis an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

POSITION SUMMARY

To provide high quality imaging MRI procedures toour patients and physicians in a respectful and efficient mannerwhile providing those services in a safe and clean environment.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education /

Training:

Graduate of anARRT approved program, accredited through The American Registry ofRadiologic Technologists, and be registered or working towardcertification in the subspecialty of MRI; or hold current ARMRITcertification. Must be in compliance with CE Requirements. BLS isrequired within 90 days of hire.

Workplace Experience:

Preferenceof at least one year of work experience in hospital environmentworking in MRI after graduation and accreditation; however, willingto train.

Equipment and Skills Training:

General computer knowledgeas well as a keen mind for safety

Physical Environment:

Large fieldstrength magnet with a special focus on patient safety anduniversal precautions practiced in a multimodality imagingdepartment

Physical Effort:

Possesses the ability to performmultifunctional tasks to include: physically manipulate and operateequipment, assist in the movement of patients from wheelchairs andstretchers to table; bend, twist, stoop; lift 20 pounds;communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing; make appropriatejudgment decisions in urgent or emergency situations; anddemonstrate emotional stability and psychological health in day today interaction with fellow employees, patients, their families,and physicians. Must be willing to take call on weekends and atother times as deemed necessary.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Checkspatient identification and physician order to ensure accuracy ofrequest before proceeding with study. Questions all patientsregarding medical history to include any surgeries which mightinclude implants or Pacemakers and communicates with patient toensure patient understands study and is as comfortable as possible.

Provides safe environment for patients. Follows safety procedure atall times and will stop procedure immediately if patient becomesclaustrophobic, if any part of body becomes warm, or if patientsimply wishes to terminate procedure. Communicates regularly

DURINGMRI

procedure to provide the patient with a more pleasantexperience. Communicates potential or existingproblems/opportunities to improve quality of care or services.

Strives to maintain the dignity of each patient by ensuring thepatient is properly covered at all times; during exam and patienttransport. Seeks opportunities to assist in other areas duringdowntime, short staff, or high census periods. Always makes gooduse of time. Shows leadership and teamwork in difficult situationsand makes appropriate decisions. Volunteers for overtime andfill-in when needed. Completes scans ordered or scheduled duringtheir shift. Ensures the safety of patients by following all safetyprocedures while moving patients from wheelchair or stretcher totable and watching patient while on table. Works well with fellowemployees to provide the most efficient use of equipment andensures that all requests from physicians and patients arecompleted. Helps facilitate specialty radiology reads for stat orurgent exams when needed.