MRI Technologist Lead

Company: Intermountain Healthcare
Location: Grand Junction
Posted on: September 2, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description:The MRI technologist is responsible for compassionate and appropriate patient care while performing MRI examinations under the direction of a physician to assist in the medical diagnosis or treatment of injury.ScopeAs the MRI Lead Technologist you need to know how to:Works in collaboration with department manager and physician leader to identify and drive quality and performance improvement initiatives and communicates this to the staff.Monitor and act as a resource technologist in the daily operations and activities of the Medical Imaging department.Communicates with patients, families, healthcare team members, and physicians both in-person and via telephone.Coordinates the preparation of films/exams and needed documentation for physician partners- Establishes staff schedules and training. Ensures staff competency through proper training techniques and conducts performance evaluations- Provide technical support and is able to perform all diagnostic procedures optimally resulting in quality examinations necessary for diagnostic purposes- Oversees supply and equipment inventory such that optimal supply levels are maintained and equipment repairs and preventative maintenance occur in a timely manner.Oversee/ follow-up Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement processes.Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.Presents and documents staff meetings as required.Assist with Human Resource management functions such as interviewing, selection, orientation, education/training, feedback, performance evaluation, and policy and procedure development.Assigns, directs and reviews the work of subordinate supervisors/other nursing personnel. Prepares formal answers to, and recommends the adjustment of, grievances and disciplinary matters.QualificationsCurrent ARRT (R) (MR) registration, requiredMinimum three years experience as an MRI technologist, requiredCurrent Basic Life Support Certification, requiredKnowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and skill in recognition of normal and abnormal variantsThorough knowledge and understanding of the principals and physics of magnetic resonance imagingKnowledge of ACRPhysical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.Anticipated job posting close date:09/03/2024Location:St. Marys Regional HospitalWork City:Grand JunctionWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$31.28 - $55.57We care about your well-being mind, body, and spirit which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers , and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers ; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion .Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.by Jobble

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