*Summary*
Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.
*Responsibilities
*
* Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
* Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
* Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
* Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
* Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
* Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
* Completes assigned goals.
*Requirements, Preferences and Experience*
*Education*
Minimum: Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT ( R) required. Registry in Magnetic Resonance Imaging ARRT(MR) preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.
*Experience*
Minimum: 6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all MRI competencies at the end of orientation period.
*Licensure, Registration, Certification*
Preferred: ARRT(MR)
Minimum: ARRT(R);BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;NEW GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 60 DAYS OF HIRE;STATE LICENSE AS REQUIRED
*Special Skills*
Minimum: Basic computer literacy skills.
*About Baptist Memorial Health Care*
At Baptist, we owe our success to our colleagues, who have both technical expertise and a compassionate attitude. Every day they carry out Christ's three-fold ministry-healing, preaching and teaching. And, we reward their efforts with compensation and benefits packages that are highly competitive in the Mid-South health care community. For two consecutive years, Baptist has won a Best in Benefits award for offering the best benefit plans compared with their peer groups. Winners are chosen based on plan designs, premiums and the results of a Benefits Benchmarking Survey.
*At Baptist, We Offer:*
* Competitive salaries
* Paid vacation/time off
* Continuing education opportunities
* Generous retirement plan
* Health insurance, including dental and vision
* Sick leave
* Service awards
* Free parking
* Short-term disability
* Life insurance
* Health care and dependent care spending accounts
* Education assistance/continuing education
* Employee referral program
*Job Summary:*
Position: 11383 - Technologist-MRI
Facility: MBMC-Hospital
Department: JS Radiology MRI MBMC
Category: Radiology & Imaging
Type: Clinical
Work Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Days
Location: US:MS:Jackson
Located in the Jackson, MS metro area
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
* MRI technologist: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
* ARRT Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person