MRI Technologist Weekend PT

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Description: Saturday/Sunday 10 hours a day with weekend differential applied imaging Outpatients and In-Patients Why Saint Joseph Health System? Saint Joseph Health System is a not-for-profit, multi-hospital health system located in North Central Indiana. Our system includes: • 254-bed acute-care hospital at the Mishawaka Medical Center • 58-bed acute-care hospital at the Plymouth Medical Center • More than 85 providers in the Saint Joseph Physician Network What we offer: • Benefits first day of employment (including: medical, dental, vision, PTO, life, STD/LTD) • Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental and vision coverage • Retirement savings account with employer match • Generous paid time off programs • Employee referral incentive program • Tuition/professional development reimbursement JOB DUTIES 1. Reviews patient's charts/requisitions and results from previous procedures, records patients' medical information and explain the procedure to be performed on the patient using laymen terms, care, courtesy and tact. 2. Reviews request for MRI procedures, patient history, preparation recommendation, and department guidelines to determine appropriate diagnostic images, anatomical regions to be examined, procedure and protocol to be followed. Interacts with radiologist and referring physicians to ensure that the correct procedure is done. 3. Adjusts, manipulates and control, computerized and digital imaging equipment and accessories demonstrating and applying knowledge of techniques, procedures protocol, processes total body anatomy to provide studies for interpretation. 4. Screens patient for safety when receiving IV contrast in accordance with policy. Administers injections of contrast media for examinations following established sterile technique and methods. Is trained to identify and monitor patients for adverse reactions to contrast media. 5. Appropriately screens each patient for metal hazard, to reduce potential injury to patient when exposed to high strength magnetic fields. Monitors the MRI environment to ensure the area is secure and restricted to screened patients and personnel only. 6. Operates various peripheral equipment, including but not limited to, cardiac monitors, power injectors, metal detection units, pulse oximetry, PACS and EMR systems. 7. Communicates skillfully and tactfully in all situations. Informs patients concerning delays and in the explanation of the exams in lay terminology. Completes histories for the Radiologist and communicates to referring Physicians concerning the exams. 8. In accordance with unit or departmental practice, determines that appropriate charges have been entered for the correct patient, encounter, date/time of service, with any required modifiers. Make corrections as needed per charge capture policy/practice. JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES Education: • Completion of an accredited MRI Technologist program preferred. • Advanced certification in MRI by ARRT or ARMRIT; OR MRI Registry-eligible with certification within 12 months of hire • Maintains Continuing Education credits (24 CEU in two period) and other requirements to maintain ARRT certification. Licensure: Indiana Radiologic Technologist license. Healthcare BLS certification. Indiana MRI Technologist license preferred. Experience: 1 year of current or recent experience in MRI scanning preferred. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.