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Cardiac MR Technologist | Rapid City Hospital
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What they do
A Cardiovascular Technician or Technologist uses imaging technology and other procedures to diagnose cardiac (heart) and vascular (blood vessel) problems in patients. Works closely with cardiologists and medical sonographers. Works in hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
$53,632 / year median in South Dakota
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Current Employees:
If you are a current Monument Health employee, please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account and clicking the "Career" icon on your homepage. Primary Location Rapid City, SD USA DepartmentRCH MIS MRI
Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Starting Pay Rate Range $38.23- $47.
- Supportive work culture
- Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
- Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account
- Instant pay is available for qualifying positions
- Paid Time Off Accrual Bank
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement
- Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions
- Flexible scheduling
Job Description Essential Functions:
Competently scans MR and CMR protocols developed by radiologists and cardiologists. Ensures no ferrous metal objects are taken into the scan room. Properly positions coil and patient to obtain the best image quality. Handles coils with care. Pads placed where necessary for patient comfort. Routes all IV lines and monitoring cables safely in and out of the magnet bore. Selects scanning parameters based on established protocols and information obtained from patient history, chart, requisition, and previous exams. Prepares and administers correct amount of contrast, using aseptic techniques as outlined in the Infection Control manual. Able to start and maintain IV lines. Documents appropriately in patients chart. Ensures the procedure and related supplies are billed correctly. Reports malfunctions to service representative by logging a service call and notifies charge technologist and/or supervisor. Develops and maintains teamwork. Demonstrates willingness to learn new procedures and accepts additional responsibilities. Is on time and prepared to work scheduled hours. Competently works within required computer programs (i.e. PACs, RIS, Vrad) as well as manual downtime processes. All other duties as assigned.Additional Requirements Required :
EducationHigh School Diploma/GED Equivalent:
General Studies Graduate- Radiology Program Experience
- 1+ years of MRI Experience Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Certification
- American Heart Association (AHA)
- Within 60 days of hire or transfer; (ARRT)(R)(MR) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification with advanced certification in MRI Regarding BLS certification: The department you are applying to may require BLS certification sooner than 60 days post transfer/hire.
Preferred :
EducationAssociates:
Related Field
Policy Number:
MIS-7040-115
- Caregivers must be BLS certified upon employment or within their 90-day probation period.
Scheduling Requirements:
Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.Physical Requirements:
Heavy work- exerting up to 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or up to 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or up to 100 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time), and or up to 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects.