MRI Tech- AMI Outpatient FTE, Day Shift

MRI Technologist I

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist I (MRI Tech I) provides health care services by assisting in diagnosis or treatment. Performs MRI procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Operates a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images used in the diagnosis and treatment of patient pathologies. Uses knowledge of imaging techniques and cross-sectional anatomy to create high quality images for interpretation by radiologists and other medical professionals.

Modifies technical settings and adjusts scanning parameters to enhance images and minimize unnecessary exposure.

Required:

• Graduate of Committee of Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) accredited Radiology program or equivalent
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• American Heart Association BLS within 60 days of hire
• Certified MRI Technician certification with 90 days of hire
• Previous MRI experience

Preferred:

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

• Performs MRI exams and procedures as requested by the medical staff.
• Assists the Radiologists and other medical staff during exams and procedures.
• Performs ancillary duties as required to maintain proper distribution, billing, and archival of exams and procedures.
• Completes documentation, in designated area, of all information required for proper interpretation, reporting, archiving, and retrieval of exams.
• Retrieves prior images, studies, written orders, and related health information to insure the timely performance and reporting of MRI exams and procedures.
• Performs routine inspections and maintenance on scanner and archives imaging data.
• Participates in the implementation, monitoring, and improvement of the hospital quality indicators as described in the strategic plan.

• Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times.
• Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment with limited supervision.
• Creativity, problem analysis and decision making.
• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality.
• Computer applications, MS Office, EMR, internet applications and standard office equipment.
• Self-directed, completes assignments accurately, thoroughly and with minimal oversight.

• This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
• The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

• Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds):
  Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
• Sit (Occasionally):
  Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Stand (Repeatedly):
  Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Walk (Repeatedly):
  Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
• Climb (Rarely):
  Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
• Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly):
  Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
• Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly):
  Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
• Push/Pull (Repeatedly):
  Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously):
  Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
• Vision (Continuously):
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