MRI​/CT Technologist

Overview

Houston Physicians Hospital is hiring a Full Time MRI/CT Technologist. Welcome to Houston Physicians Hospital! This multimodality position is accountable for performing quality MRI and CT imaging with advanced technical knowledge while maintaining a strong focus on patient care. The role provides expertise for all ages from neonatal/newborn to adults, with patient acuity ranging from stable outpatients to critically ill patients on full life support.

• General Clinical Practice
• Know and demonstrate proficiency of all MRI and CT examinations.
• Maintain the safety of the MRI and CT suite in conjunction with patients and multidisciplinary staff.
• Evaluate examination orders for pertinent clinical information and assess patient needs and exam requirements with the radiologist.
• Recognize emergent patient conditions.
• Coordinate critical patient transport with appropriate nursing personnel as applicable.
• Collaborate with Patient Services and anesthesia as needed.
• Ability to work independently.
• Provide a positive environment for employees to seek their highest potential and provide appropriate information and instruction to patients and families.
• Demonstrate competency and proficiency in performing all MRI and CT procedures as identified in the MRI/CT tech competency.
• Identify anatomical orientation, sequencing of images and verify accurate patient identification for records and archiving.
• Assess, select, prepare and administer contrast materials according to best clinical practices.
• Demonstrate competency and safety in the MRI and CT suites.
• Assess patient condition and preserve safety through proper immobilization techniques.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient and facility information.
• Care of Environment and Equipment: ensure supplies and equipment for patient care are stored in an organized and efficient manner; maintain a clean, neat, and safe environment.
• Information Processing: document patient information accurately in the computer system; perform required computer operations including PACS; verify accurate charge capture for procedures; transcribe physician orders accurately and address unclear orders appropriately.
• Quality Improvement and Safety: report safety hazards; assist in identifying indicators for the department’s quality improvement programs; discuss difficult cases with radiologists to reduce callbacks; initiate occurrence reports when problems are identified.
• Performs other duties as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• ARRT required
• MRI and/or CT certification preferred
• State registration if required by respective state
• BLS Certified
• 2-3 years MRI experience
• Clinical expertise and competency in cross-sectional anatomy
• Venipuncture skills
• Ability to handle critical care situations with high stress
• Willing to cross-train into X-ray

As a valued member of USPI, your health and well-being are important. We provide benefits for you and your dependents and offer a variety of additional benefits to help manage life’s daily stresses.

• Competitive wages
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Health, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
• Education Assistance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner. USPI is committed to an inclusive culture that respects differences and nurtures contributions of every individual. A diverse workforce with an inclusive culture strengthens USPI and helps meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.

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