MRI Technologist

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Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX is seeking a MRI Technologist for a job in San Antonio, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements\n

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• Specialty: MRI Technologist
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• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
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• Duration: Ongoing
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• 40 hours per week
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• Shift: 8 hours
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• Employment Type: Staff
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WEEKEND DAYS (Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 7a - 7:30p)

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$10,000 Sign on bonus

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The MRI Tech performs complex diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) procedures, as requested by a licensed physician. The MRI Tech produces high quality diagnostic images while providing excellent patient care.

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General Functions:

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• Assures room is ready: equipment is operable; supplies, etc. are in place before patient enters room
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• Practices universal medical precautions
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• Keeps patient schedule and accommodates emergency and add-on patients when requested
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• Greets patients with courtesy and respect; introduces self; describes procedures, puts patients at ease
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• Checks patient histories – has patient sign screening forms
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• Respects rights of family members that are accompanying the patient
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• Releases patient with proper follow-up information
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• Keeps patient information confidential as per HIPAA guidelines.
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• Handles delicate situations (fetal demise, cancerous pathology, etc.) in a supportive and empathetic manner (“good bedside manner”)
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• Responds to requests and questions
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• Handles upset or irate individuals and informs supervisor of difficult situations
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• Remains aware of appointment delays and changes to schedules. Communicates to the appropriate person(s)
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• Checks referral for appropriate study. Calls referring physician when in doubt
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• Possesses knowledge on correct and appropriate studies to perform for the patient’s diagnosis
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• Demonstrates working knowledge of MRI system, computer, camera and other related components of the MR system
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• Possesses working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and MR pathology
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• Understands anatomy so as to direct the beam (or appropriate imaging source) in the most effective manner
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• Monitors patient’s well being during scan; recognizes patient discomfort or medical problems and takes appropriate action
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• Completes required exams, including extra views 
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• Sends studies to reading stations for radiologist review, if applicable
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• Archives studies to PACS/DICOM system, if applicable.
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• Complies with all issues related to Safety and Quality
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• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
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• Maintains safe environment as it relates to strong Magnetic Fields
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• Addresses patient population-specific needs (clinical)
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• Participates in Performance Improvement Activities
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MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of MRI

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PREFERRED EDUCATION: Associate degree in Allied Health or bachelor’s degree and certification in another clinical imaging field

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MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 6 months in Magnetic Resonance Imaging with supervised clinical experience. Possesses working knowledge of cross section anatomy and MR pathology.

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PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 2-5 years in MRI

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REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Possession of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiology or (ARMRIT) registry eligible according to ACR guidelines. Must be registered as a MR Technologist within one year post graduation of accredited school. If Registered with ARRT in ionizing radiation, must possess current Texas Medical Board (TMB) license.

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PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: ARRT in MRI

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REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

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Baptist Health System - San Antonio Job ID #2603000490. Posted job title: MRI Tech

Benefits\n

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• Health Care FSA
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• Dependent Care FSA
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• Life insurance
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• Sign-On bonus
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