Magnetic Resonance Imaging Tech - Ft. Carson

SUMMARY:

Perform a variety of magnetic resonance imaging/magnetic resonance angiography (MRI/MRA) scans of the body in accordance with department protocols and supervising radiologist directions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure patients are properly screened for safety concerns and/or contraindications for MRI exams.  Reports concerns to the supervising radiologist or requested health care provider.
• Report any patient's need of immediate medical attention. Findings from emergency response shall be immediately reported to the officer in charge of the MR Imaging facility or his authorized representative. 
• Attend and participate in all meetings, staff conferences, and other appropriate professional activities as required by the supervisor. 
• Assure that all MRI scans are performed in accordance with established protocols and only upon the order of a person who is lawfully authorized to diagnose, treat, and prescribe.  Any ambiguous procedures or requisitions will be referred to the director of the MRI facility.
• Assist in teaching MRI skillsets, practices and share MRI related knowledge to all MRI trainees through on-the-job training (OJT).
• Perform any cleaning duties necessary within the MRI work area to include within the MRI chambers and related scanner equipment to maintain infection control policies and procedures within the Radiology department.
• Perform all other work-related duties assigned by the Chief of Radiology within the Diagnostic Imaging Flight.
• Perform automated data entry and all clerical duties related to MRI training, exam/image processing, daily activities and working on a military installation as necessary.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from a radiography program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiological Education (JCERT).
• Current registration as a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or, if not registered in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, hold current registration as a Radiologic Technologist from the ARRT.
• Must have a minimum one (1) year experience working a high-field MRI scanner environment (1.5T or higher).
• Must have three (3) years of MRI experience in an active clinical environment within the last five (5) years.
• Must be able to perform and have extensive experience, minimum two (2) years, with the following complex MRI studies: Body; Musculoskeletal (MSK), and exams using patient monitoring devices.
• Must have more than two (2) years of Breast and Breast biopsy experience preferred but not required.
• Must have experience performing venipuncture.
• Must have and maintain current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Red Cross.  This certificate must be current at all times.
• Must obtain and maintain the site's required health screening and immunization requirements.
• Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Ensure proper preventive and corrective maintenance for the MRI scanning unit.
• Shall respect a patient's right to refuse the examination.  If the patient does not want the procedure performed, the patient's wish shall be respected, and the incident logged in the scanner logbook and brought to the attention of the attending radiologist.

WORK SCHEDULE 

Full-time. May be required to work additional hours as needed to complete assignment or project.

TRAVEL:

All Market contractors are subject to working at a duty location at any of the Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs) or associated sub clinics within the Colorado Military Health System (CMHS).

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed primarily indoors at a well-lit military treatment facility such as a clinic, outpatient facility or hospital.  The environment is normally air conditioned, but conditions may change dependent upon circumstances.  Work may need to be performed in a fast-paced environment requiring quick thinking and rapid judgements.  Employee will be exposed to a wide variety of clients in differing functions, personalities and abilities.  Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids, latex, radiation or other contaminants and safety issues.  May be exposed to infection or diseases from contact with patients. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Position consists of sitting for long periods of time, using hands/fingers, handling, reaching with hands and arms, speaking, or translating.  Periods of walking, standing, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and lifting boxes weighing up to 30 pounds.  Moderate to extended periods of office work with heavy periods of computer usage. It is Katmai’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Pay is: $41.53 - $46.46 per hour.
• Eligible Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance, Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurances, Voluntary Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance, Dependent Spouse Life Insurance and Dependent Life Insurance, Prescription Drug Coverage, Hearing Coverage, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee

Compliance:

To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply on the company website,  https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/

We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, familial status or any other characteristic protected by law. https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/#equal_opportunity Preference will be given to Ouzinkie Shareholders, Descendants of Shareholders and Spouses of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i).

Executive Order 11246, as amended, protects applicants and employees from discrimination based on inquiring about, disclosing, or discussing their compensation or the compensation of other applicants or employees.