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Job TitleMRI Technologist I
LocationTwinsburg
FacilityTwinsburg Family Hlth Ctr
DepartmentRegional Radiology-Diagnostics Institute
Job CodeD23030
ShiftVariable
Schedule6:30am-3:30pm/10:30am-7:30pm
Job Summary
Job Details
MRI Technologist - Radiology
The Twinsburg Family Health and Surgery Center is a state-of-the-art facility committed to serving the community through advanced specialty care, primary care and surgical services. Equipped with the latest technologies, this center allows our experienced physicians and medical staff to provide patients with world class care. Some of the many services available include an outpatient surgery center, infusion suite for chemotherapy, full scale imaging center and a retail pharmacy on site.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologists utilize magnetic resonance imaging scanners to capture specific images ordered by a physician to aid in patient diagnosis. Caregivers in this role must be able to closely follow a physician's instructions, prepare and operate MRI equipment, position patients correctly and effectively record the requested diagnostic images. While on this team, you will have opportunities to grow your skillsets and receive comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future.
A caregiver in this position works varying shifts between 6:30AM - 3:30PM and 10:30AM - 7:30PM.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Prepare and check patients prior to MRI procedure. Acquire and review patient questionnaire, chart and data/requisition to determine contraindication of having MRI examination. Verify and validate the patient screening safety form. Perform MRI procedures required per protocol and perform daily QA. Perform venipunctures. Educate patients regarding MRI procedures, equipment and exams. Ensure patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam. Assist with scheduling patients. Administer proper contrast related to patient having MRI exam. Acquire, archive, transmit and print images via PACS. Complete after-hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork. Immediately report any malfunctions, observe potential equipment dysfunctions and report problems or call for service. Maintain available equipment up-time at the highest level for patient accessibility. Process billing via RIS. Potentially rotate through all imaging modalities, sites, and/or locations.Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or graduate of an accredited institution per the primary pathway of the ARRTRegistered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT), or R.T.(S)(ARRT), or R.T.(T)(ARRT), in good standing OR Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(N) (ARRT) in good standing or be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification BoardCertification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging: R.T.(MR)(ARRT) required within one year of hireBasic Life Support (BLS) certificationKnowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processesPreferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist or experience in other imaging modalitiesOur caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/
Physical Requirements:
Standing and walking for extended periods of timeAbility to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment dailyFrequent pushing and pulling of equipment up to 75 poundsPersonal Protective Equipment:
Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
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