Radiologic / MRI Technologist

Join our Radiology team today! Our mission is to improve and enhance the health and well-being of those we serve! We offer a team approach to healthcare and a competitive benefits package.

Status: Full-time

Shift: Days

Shift Time Schedule: 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Days: Monday - Friday

We offer competitive pay and a
great benefits package that includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Aflac
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Wellness program and reimbursement
• Free access to Boone County Hospital’s onsite
  fitness room
• Generous PTO Accrual Plan
• Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Onsite Cafeteria

Salary Scale: $33.96 - $41.99 (Based on experience)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Operates Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment to produce quality cross sectional anatomic images of the human body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by the Radiologist. Explain procedure to patient to reduce anxiety and obtain patient cooperation. Perform the described duties in the primary work area and all aspects of the Radiologic Technologist job description. Responsible for verifying patient's compatibility for MRI scans.

BCH POLICY STATEMENT:

It is the obligation of each employee of Boone County Hospital (BCH) to abide by and promote BCH's mission, values, Code of Conduct, Standards of Behavior, policies, procedures and related practices. This includes policies relating to Compliance, Infection Control and Safety.

HIPAA SECURITY COMPLIANCE:

Boone County Hospital is committed to following all federal guidelines related to privacy and security. All employees will be held to the highest standard of confidentiality and will be required to annually sign an employee confidentiality agreement that outlines the rules and expectation for every BCH employee. Failure to abide by these guidelines could lead to disciplinary action including termination.

Security Access: High Incumbent has access to restricted or confidential patient information and must comply with the terms of the BCH privacy & security policies as it applies to their job.

BEHAVIORAL REQUIREMENTS:

Boone County Hospital has developed standards for behavior expectations of all employees. Please refer to the Boone County Hospital Standards of Behavior.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to assist in providing care appropriate to the age of the patient served (Neonate to Geriatric) within the department.
• Maintain performance in compliance with State and Federal laws, consistent with high standards of business and professional ethics. Understands and abides by the Boone County Hospital Standards of Behavior, confidentiality statement, EMTALA guidelines, general hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Practice good Quality Control. Safely operate MRI equipment.
• Understands the safety requirements involved in the operation of the MRI scanner and can communicate that to the patient in terms they understand.
• Check patient's implanted hardware/devices for compatibility to have MRI scans prior to taking patient into the MRI scan room.
• Operate department and hospital computer systems.
• Communicate in a clear, concise and credible manner. Maintains a high level of professionalism when interacting with staff, peers, clients and administration.
• Performs all the job skills laid out in the Radiologic Technologist/CT Technologist job description.
• Able to function without direct supervision.
• Annual mandatory education and training.
• High degree of empathetic listening, tact, and kindness towards others.
• Must work effectively as a team member. Must also be able to work alone.
• Perform additional tasks, special functions and/or special projects as assigned.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Graduate of a two-year program from an AMA approved school of Radiology Technology.
• Valid, current State of Iowa Permit to Practice and American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) certification.
• Completion and maintenance of BCLS certification.
• Dependent Adult Abuse Training. Mandatory reporter training for child abuse.
• Able to resolve practical problems and deal with a variety in situations where only limited standardization exists. Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Activity Requirements Up to 33% 34-66% 67-100% N/A Sitting X Standing X Walking X Climbing X Bending/Stooping/Kneeling X Repetitive Motion X Pushing/Pulling X Lifting/Carrying X Reaching X Hearing X Seeing X Talking X Grasping X Fingering/Feeling X
How often are these weights lifted or carried? Up to 33% 34-66% 67-100% N/A 2-10 pounds 11-20 pounds 21-30 pounds 31-40 pounds 41-50 pounds 51 pounds or more

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Typical Working Conditions: Employees are subject to the risks inherent to working in a critical access hospital environment, including exposure to inside environmental conditions, chemicals, infectious and contagious diseases, and exposure to unpleasant elements. Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances such as emergency or crisis situations. Environment may cause high stress levels due to interruptions, high volume, urgency of issues, and interactions with a wide variety of personalities and departments. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and the risk of radiation exposure. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, blood and/or bodily fluids, outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Vision must be correctable to view computer screens and read printed information. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts and other conversations.

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS:

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment and accessories
• Office equipment (computers, printers, copy machine, calculator, facsimile, CD burners, and paper scanners)

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not intended to be a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Salary : $34 - $42