MRI Technologist

Location : MetroHealth Main Campus

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.

Biweekly Hours : 80.00

Shift : 3p-1130p, rotating weekends every third

• Up to $15K Sign On Bonus
• External Candidates Only

WILL CROSS TRAIN

For nearly two centuries, the MetroHealth System's mission has been focused on delivering high-quality patient-centered care to all communities in Northeast Ohio. Today, through our state-of-the-art Level One Trauma Center, cutting-edge specialty care units, and dedicated caregivers, the system is working at the forefront of medicine to address the overall needs of our patients and eliminate healthcare disparities.

Join our Radiology Department at MetroHealth!

Primary Patient Population :

Underserved population in the Greater Cleveland area

Trauma Patients

Stroke Patients

Cancer Patients

Supports Research Initiatives

Primary skills utilized / learned :

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology

Neuro, MSK, abdominothoracic, and cardiac anatomy

IV Starts

Produces quality MRI images in a variety of settings

Opportunity to learn advanced MRI imaging techniques such as Cardiac and Breast MRI

Patient scheduling and coordination for inpatients and outpatient

Maintain the integrity of safety measures required within a MRI environment including implant investigation

Educating patients regarding MRI safety and screening process ,procedures, equipment, and examination to maintain basic understanding and comfort.

On the spot critical thinking

Effective communication skills

Functions well under stress and with minimal supervision

Works well both independently and as part of the MRI Team

Personnel MRI Tech will work with :

The MRI staff work closely with Nurses, Physicians, Respiratory Therapists and other care team members throughout the hospital to provide the best care possible for all MetroHealth patients.

Locations :

Glick Center : Brand new Siemens Vida 3.0 T and Sola 1.5 T magnets

Middleburg Heights : Open Hitachi MRI

Parma : GE 1.5 T

W150th : Siemens 1.5 T

Awards or Recognitions the department has received :

All MRI scanners are ACR Accredited

MRI Technologist Role :

Performs a variety of technical procedures utilizing MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scanning equipment in the diagnosis of diseases in humans.

Provides a safe and supporting care environment for patients undergoing procedures involving the use of MRI, while assisting the radiologists and nursing staff during those procedures.

Functions in a multi-purpose role depending on the needs of the patients and the department, and in line with The MetroHealth System approved policies and procedures in accordance with specific governing ODH regulations.

MetroHealth offers industry-leading benefits, including tuition reimbursement, professional certification incentives, and medical / dental insurance. As a public employer, employees participate in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS).

Required Qualifications :

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology / MRI program

ARRT MRI or American Registry or Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) credential or obtains within one year of employment. Cross training support is provided

BLS Certification from the AHA or obtains during the standard probationary period.

Preferred Qualifications :

Previous MRI experience

Advanced certification through the ARRT or ARMRIT in MRI

Registered Radiology Technologist with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or ARMRIT

Good background and knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy

Physical Requirements :

May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day.

May need to lift, pull or push over 50 lbs.

May need to sit or stand for extended periods.

See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Check out Radiology Careers at MetroHealth by clicking the following link :

Radiology | MetroHealth