What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Technologist - casual position at Fairview Health Services?
The Technologist provides services to patients and physicians through the creation of high-quality diagnostic imaging, provides quality age-appropriate patient care according to established standards of practice, and works collaboratively with all members of the health care team.
Schedule: This is a casual position and will help with the needs of the department.
Location: M Health Fairview Clinics and Surgery Center in Maple Grove, MN.
About Fairview
Fairview Health Services is an industry-leading, award-winning nonprofit that offers an entire network of healthcare services. Fairview is one part of M Health Fairview, a partnership between the University of Minnesota, M Physicians and Fairview Health Services. Together, we combine the University’s deep history of clinical innovation and training with Fairview’s extensive roots in community medicine. Our care portfolio includes community hospitals, academic hospitals, primary and specialty care clinics, senior facilities, facilitated living centers, rehabilitation centers, home health care services, counseling, pharmacies, and benefit management services.
Apply today to join our 34,000 employees and 5,000 system providers working to build lasting relationships with the people we serve: our patients, our communities, and each other. Come join our team!
Responsibilities Job Description
Maintains patient care
Performs examinations
Identifies relevant data from images accurately
Communicates pertinent data clearly to the appropriate health care professional.
Ensures patient safety and emergency preparedness
Documents patient information
Ensures accurate film identification on all images
Accurately completes computer functions-edits, status changes, logging
Accurate film marking and jacket preparation
Achieves quality diagnostic images by use of accurate positioning of patients and correct operation of equipment.
Performs training and education duties
Participates in the orientation of new employees.
Responsible for the training of students
Participates in the training of health care professionals and new employees.
Maintains equipment
Correctly operates and optimizes the use of equipment
Understands the structure visualized and its significance
Qualifications
Required:
ARRT Certification
Meet MRI Safety Screen requirements
Basic Life Support (BLS) - from American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Preferred:
Additional education in Imaging or Healthcare
1 year of experience
MRI Certification within 18 months of hire or transfer to the role
EEO Statement
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
