MRI TECHNOLOGIST - MRI

MRI TECHNOLOGIST
Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Wausau, WI
HOURS: Full Time (1.0 FTE, 80 hours every pay period), 10-hour PM shifts, Mon-Friday, 1-2 nights of call per week, generally no weekends

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

Job Description:

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, performs quality diagnostic MRI scans. The MRI Technologist will have an above average knowledge of MRI equipment. Will comply with performance measures and/or activities to assure patient/customer satisfaction results, clinical quality benchmarks, and operational financial targets are constantly maintained. Will comply with and participate in maintaining an environment which supports our philosophy and values.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Knowledge of radiology standards and procedures as they relate to MRI normally acquired through graduation of an approved radiology school, an associate's degree in Radiology, or sufficient on the job training to meet ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification requirements.
• One year of clinical experience in diagnostic imaging is beneficial to enhance and develop skills.
• Previous experience in MRI Technology and cross-sectional anatomy beneficial.
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography, ARRT(R); or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS); or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
• Current BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire - All clinical personnel in identified job codes are required to maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) training through independent study, online manikin and knowledge testing. An acceptable training program is the Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider course from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer Program with AED. (See Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training Policy).
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients, physicians, and co-workers who may be under physical and/or emotional stress.
• Analytical skills to acquire and effectively utilize knowledge of MR techniques and methods.
• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy in order to obtain quality images.
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for approximately 75% of work time when operating equipment, manipulating, reproducing images and dealing with patient records, as well as the ability to work effectively under stressful conditions and during irregular hours.
• Site specific competencies in protocols, equipment, computer systems and applications.

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one!
• Generous retirement plan with match available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus Wausau Hospital, the flagship of the Aspirus system, serves northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Aspirus Wausau Hospital provides primary, secondary and tertiary care services as a regional referral center. Specialty referral service emphasis exists in cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery, orthopedics and cancer. The hospital has an average daily inpatient census of 160 with approximately 15,000 admissions per year. Outpatient visits exceed 50,000 and there are also more than 24,000 annual emergency department visits. Best known for its world-class cardiovascular program, Aspirus Wausau Hospital also provides leading edge cancer, trauma, women's health, and spine and neurological care. To learn more about Wausau click the following link: Wausau, Wisconsin

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.

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Credentials:
Essential:
* CPR or BLS
* ARRT RADIOLOGY OR MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY OR NUC MED