What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Tech, Outpatient, (Novato), Full-Time, Day Shift position at MarinHealth Medical Center?
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in outpatient imaging? Join us as a MRI Technologist and become an essential part of our outpatient team, where you’ll deliver high-quality MRI services in a patient-centered environment. In this role, you’ll perform MRI procedures tailored to outpatient care, provide compassionate support to patients, and ensure a seamless imaging experience from start to finish.
ABOUT MARINHEALTH:
MarinHealth is an integrated, independent healthcare system with deep roots throughout the North Bay. With a world-class physician and clinical team, an affiliation with UCSF Health, an ever-expanding network of clinics, and a new state-of-the-art hospital, MarinHealth is growing quickly. MarinHealth comprises MarinHealth Medical Center, a 327-bed hospital in Greenbrae, and 55 primary care and specialty clinics in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. We attract healthcare’s most talented trailblazers who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the pioneering medicine of an academic medical center combined with an independent hospital's personalized, caring touch.
MarinHealth is already realizing the benefits of impressive growth and has consistently earned high praise and accolades, including being Named One of the Top 250 Hospitals Nationwide by Healthgrades, receiving a 5-star Ranking for Overall Hospital Quality from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and being named the Best Hospital in San Francisco/Marin by Bay Area Parent, among others.
- Medical - We offer you a choice of two medical plans – a PPO plan and a pocket-friendly HMO option!
- Dental - Our plan covers preventive services in full with no deductible or copay!
- Vision - Benefit from eye exams, glasses and contact lenses through our vision plan!
- Paid Time Off – Accrual begins immediately and grows the longer you stay!
- Cash Balance Retirement Plan – A company funded retirement program that also increases the longer you stay!
- 403(b) Retirement Program – Additional tax-deferred investment program.
- Additional Insurances - Basic Term Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Other Perks - Commuter Benefit Program, Wellness Program, Hospital Discounts, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, and so much more!
Our benefits are highly competitive and considered to be one of the best in the Bay Area!
JOB SUMMARY:
The general MRI technologist is a journey-level position or up to 2-years’ experience working in either a clinic or acute care hospital facility. The general MRI technologist working in conjunction with a more experienced technologist is also under the supervision of the Lead MRI Technologist. Reporting to the Manager OP Imaging Center, Radiology Administration, and supervisor roles this position is responsible for performing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures, providing patient care and physician assistance during the performance of those procedures.
EDUCATION
- Graduate of an accredited ARMRIT or Radiologic Technologist ARRT program required
- 2 years’ experience training in an ACR accredited facility or formal training with an accredited MRI program required.
- High school diploma or an equivalent G.E.D. program therein preferred.
EXPERIENCE
- 2 years’ paid healthcare experience required.
- MRI experience within the last three years is preferred.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
- California Certified Radiological Technologist Certificate (CRT) preferred.
- Possession of a valid MRI Certificate with ARMRIT (American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist) or American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT) for any individual and be in good standing with ARRT required within six months of hire.
- If individual has ARRT, note that ARRT MRI designation is preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required at hire.
- One-time requirement: proof of venipuncture certification is required at hire. Venipuncture competency must also be demonstrated and documented by the supervisor or his/her proxy within thirty (30) days of hire or transfer into position.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Competently performs all diagnostic imaging examinations as outlined in the department policy and procedure manual
- Accurately correlates patient clinical history with the Radiology exam to be performed
- Competently uses universal precautions when working with patients in isolation status and in sterile surgery
- Competently assists with department clerical functions
- Attends and participates in department meetings
- Keeps current with changes in policy and procedures
- May require work shift rotation in order to participate in training
- Ability to accurately troubleshoot radiology equipment in order to knowledgeably communicate need for repair to service personnel
- Uses effective critical thinking skills in order to implement alternative methods when problems arise so that satisfactory solutions are achieved
- Knowledgeable about equipment down time procedures for Radiology Information System
- Accurately prioritizes work assignments
- Effectively schedules work load for maximum productivity
- Effectively responds to emergency situations. Able to integrate emergency work into regularly scheduled responsibilities
- Develops and maintains effective work relationships with management, staff, patients, and physicians
- Accurately uses hospital information system to process patient information
- Accurately uses Radiology Information system in order to process patient information
- Keeps current with changes, revisions, and continuing education in Radiology Information System
- Maintains all clinical competencies
- Attends continuing education in order to maintain certification, licensure, and accreditation
- Constantly promotes a positive and professional image in the hospital
- Performs special projects at the request of Radiological Technologist III or Director of Cardio/Neurovascular Services
At MarinHealth, our top priority is the well-being of our employees, patients, and community. As such, we require all employees to receive necessary immunizations, including the measles, mumps, varicella, and seasonal flu vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter. Additionally, the continued recommendation to obtain a COVID booster vaccination status. We understand that some individuals may require medical or religious exemptions from these requirements, but we remain committed to prioritizing the health and safety of all. Thank you for helping us in our efforts to maintain a healthy and safe environment for all.
External hires are subject to a background check and pre-employment medical screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status, and any other classifications protected by federal, state, and local laws.
