MRI Technologist

Company: Intermountain Health
Location: Grand Junction
Posted on: April 14, 2025

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.If you are interested in learning more about this role or about Intermountain Health, Posting SpecificsShift Details: Full-time (40 hours), Variable Days, CallUnit/Location: St. Mary's Regional HospitalAdditional Details: Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible? As an MRI Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our Imaging service line, ensuring our patients receive the best care. - At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact. - What does it mean to be a caregiver with Intermountain? - Check out and learn more and discover the "Power of We."As an MRI Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our imaging team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by:

• Operate a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images used by physicians in the diagnosis and treatments of pathologies.
• Possess thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles and physics of magnetic resonance imaging.
• Select appropriate imaging techniques and protocols to complete the exam.
• Receive patients, explain method of examination, and position patient, perform IV puncture, and administer IV contrast agent when indicated.
• Independently perform and complete routine examinations.
• Meet the needs of the patient, family and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy and efficiency.
• Actively participate in quality initiatives to ensure the highest level of patient satisfaction, highest level of patient care and workflow efficiencies.Minimum Qualifications MRI Tech I ($37.46-57.80/hr)
  • Associate degree or equivalent from two-year College or Technical School; or one year minimum related experience and/or training, required
  • Current ARRT (R) (MR) or NMTCB registry, required
  • Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association, required
  • Ability to interact with people of all ages, requiredPreferred Qualifications MRI Tech I
    • At least one (1) year of experience as a MRI Technologist, preferredMinimum Qualifications MRI Tech II ($41.22-63.59/hr)
      • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)
      • Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
      • IV Certification
      • Demonstrate proficiency in three of the following MRI procedures: intra-operative, cardiac, functional, breast, prostate, rectal cancer staging, advanced 3D spectroscopy, MR lymphangiography, or pediatric MRI (less than 15 years of age) as 80% of patient workload.
      • Must complete at least five cases per specialty procedure with documented skills pass off by a lead MRI technologist or coordinator.Preferred Qualifications MRI Tech II
        • Three years of experience in Magnetic Resonance Imaging
        • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institutionMinimum Qualifications Specialty Tech in Training ($30.94-47.77/hr)
          • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
          • Applicable State License
          • Currently attending and receiving formal training from an accredited training program or successful completion of formal training from an approved/accredited school or a licensed American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R) technologist who has been selected to cross-train in another modality. - - -Preferred Qualifications Specialty Tech in Training
            • 1-2 years customer service or patient care experience
            • IV Certification
              Physical Requirements:Physical Requirements

              • Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
              • 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.
              • 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.
              • 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.
              • 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.)
              • May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.Location: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. -$37.46 - $57.80We 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 package .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.All positions subject to close without notice.

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