What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Technologist position at CHI Saint Joseph Health System?
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our MRI Technologist, you will play a key role in helping patients feel comfortable and cared for while providing high-quality imaging to support diagnosis and treatment. You will operate MRI equipment to capture detailed images for physicians, guide patients through the exam process, answer questions, and help ease concerns along the way. In this role, you will obtain patient histories and screening information, maintain accurate records, and help ensure the MRI equipment is functioning properly through routine quality assurance checks.
Job Requirements
Required Education for Staff Job Levels
Preferred Education or Experience
Previous experience in MRI preferred.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
None
Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, the mission to provide compassionate care to the underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.
Pay Range
$34.69 - $51.59 /hour
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As our MRI Technologist, you will play a key role in helping patients feel comfortable and cared for while providing high-quality imaging to support diagnosis and treatment. You will operate MRI equipment to capture detailed images for physicians, guide patients through the exam process, answer questions, and help ease concerns along the way. In this role, you will obtain patient histories and screening information, maintain accurate records, and help ensure the MRI equipment is functioning properly through routine quality assurance checks.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
- Performs procedures to ensure quality patient care in accordance with Radiologist’s expectations and protocols.
- Displays knowledge and complies with the National Patient Safety goals.
- Supports and reports any identified compliance matters.
- Participates in hospital and department quality assurance programs to ensure safety and satisfaction.
- Maintains professional development and education for technical competency.
- Uses standard precautions, PPE, at all times.
- Maintains regulatory compliance and licensure for current position.
Job Requirements
Required Education for Staff Job Levels
Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
Preferred Education or Experience
Previous experience in MRI preferred.
Required Licensure and Certifications
MRAD:KY;
RTR, or RTBD, or RTCT, or RTCV, or RTM, or RTN, or RTQM, or RTT, or RTVI, or RTVS
BLS-CPR
RTMR - within 12 months
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
None
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Where You'll WorkWelcome to Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, the mission to provide compassionate care to the underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.
Saint Joseph is part of CommonSpirit Health, a non-profit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. With approximately 175,000 team members and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians.
Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2,200 care centers serving 24 states.
Pay Range
$34.69 - $51.59 /hour
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $35 - $52