MRI Technologist (Full time) - Imaging Services

Job Description

Unlock your potential for professional development! We are hiring an MRI Tech (Full Time) to join our Imaging Services Team!

Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman has a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play!

Position Purpose

All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision of providing the region’s best clinical care and patient service through an environment that fosters respect for others and pride in performance. Under the direction of the Radiologist, performs appropriate diagnostic exams and studies to ensure safe, high quality patient care

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities:

• Exceptional Colleagues
  • Join us and you'll be a part of a culture where we support each other and celebrate what makes each of us a special person as we work together with integrity, compassion, teamwork, respect, and accountability.
  • Our leaders demonstrate their commitment by gathering feedback, supporting, and empowering team members to do their best work through regular leadership rounding.
• Health and Well-Being
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid HSA for HDHP participants, Robust Wellness and Employee Assistance Program, Employer Paid Group Life, Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Generous Paid Leave Accruals
  • 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
  • Employee Recognition Programs, Employee Discounts, and Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Employee Identity Theft Protection
  • On-site daycare exclusive to our employees’ children of all ages
• Career Growth and Development
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Scholarships for full-time employees
  • As a not-for-profit organization, our employees who have qualified student loans may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
  • So much more!

Key Responsibilities

Evaluation and Implementation of Appropriate Care a. Under the direction of the Radiologist, anatomically positions the patient and performs imaging procedures utilizing Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). b. Uses professional judgment to adapt imaging procedures to ensure quality diagnostic outcomes. c. After reviewing all pertinent data and assessing the patient’s abilities and condition, selects the most appropriate patient care plan. d. Selects appropriate shielding devices and appropriate immobilization devices. e. Evaluates lab values prior to administering contrast media. f. Assesses factors that may contraindicate the procedure, such as medications or insufficient patient preparation. g. Reconfirms patient identification using two unique identifiers (Name and DOB) and verifies procedure requested. Verifies female patient pregnancy status when appropriate. h. Able to recognize significant clinical information and historical facts, from the patient and from the medical record, which may impact the examination. i. Monitors patient and equipment during procedures, accurately documents exam times (start and stop), patient reactions or problems, and reports concerns or issues immediately to supervisor. j. Demonstrates ability to effectively perform advanced MRI angiography to include bilateral run-off’s and the required reformatting with additions and subtraction of raw data. k. Able to use extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and resources to obtain the maximum diagnostic image (injectors, respiratory gating software, patient vitals monitor, etc.). l. Demonstrates understanding of and responsibility for magnetic resonance safety compliance requirements. Quality of Care a. The technologist provides evidence-based care to prevent the development of a hospital acquired condition and hospital readmissions. b. The technologist practices standard precautions during patient contact and while handling contaminated materials. c. The technologist complies with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hand hygiene guidelines and works to reduce hospital acquired infections and other conditions. d. Comply with all regulatory, organizational, and departmental statutes, policies, and procedures. Patient Satisfaction: a. Regularly applies AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You) as well as other evidence-based behaviors when taking care of patients. Shows empathy care to patients and family members present. b. Actively helps the department meet the identified patient satisfaction goal. c. Demonstrates regular attendance and participation at scheduled department and team meetings. Absences must be communicated as soon as practically possible. d. Ensures all licensure, competencies, training, and education are completed in a timely manner. e. Participates in and encourage continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

• Certification/Licensure: BLS certification through the American Heart Association
• Current registration and licensure by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• OR Current registration and licensure by the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)
• MRI Certification through ARRT required within 9 months post educational cross training within organization.
• Experience: Preferred minimum of one-year experience as an MRI technologist
  • On the job training with outside didactic education i.e., Galveston College

Preferences

• Education: Education preferred from an educational institution approved by ARRT or ARMRIT.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK REQUIREMENTS: a. Able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously. b. Effective oral and written communication skills, compliant with KHI vision, mission, and values. c. Able to manage technical business equipment i.e. phone, fax, computer etc. d. Able to assist with the movement/manipulation of a patient and equipment weighing up to and over 300 lbs. e. Able to care for patients with infectious diseases. f. Able to sit, stand, walk, and bend for the duration of the scheduled shift. g. Able to demonstrate concentration and visual and auditory acuity to watch monitors and follow instructions during exams.

Apply Now

When incredible people and incredible facilities like ours join together, incredible things happen. If you want to be a part of an incredible team that is dedicated to delivering the highest quality in patient care, we invite you to explore this opportunity with KRMC and apply online today for CT Tech, Lake Havasu, Bullhead City, Arizona, Las Vegas, Healthcare.

Facility Profile

Kingman Regional Medical Center is the largest healthcare provider and the only remaining not-for-profit hospital in Mohave County, Arizona. As a 235-bed multi-campus healthcare system, our medical center includes more than 1,800 employees, 280 physicians/allied health professionals, and 250 volunteers. Kingman Regional Medical Center is recognized as an innovator in rural healthcare. We provide a full-continuum of highly-technical and specialized medical services to meet the healthcare needs of our community.

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Posting Date: 2024-11-06T20:04:33 00:00

Locations: 3269 Stockton Hill Road Kingman AZ 86409