MRI Technologist

Company: Catholic Health Initiative
Location: Federal Way
Posted on: June 1, 2021

Job Description:

Overview

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Responsibilities

Job Summary:Operates Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment safely and accurately to capture specific images ordered by a physician to aid in patient diagnosis. Work includes 1) preparing and operating MRI equipment, 2) positioning patients correctly and effectively, 3) recording the requested diagnostic images, and 4) sending results to physician for evaluation and diagnosis. Work is performed under the strict safety/regulatory/license departmental standards and protocols.

Incumbents are also accountable for applying knowledge of aseptic technique; maintaining quality control for all imaging equipment; and maintaining knowledge of physics, anatomy, techniques and medical terminology through participating in continuing education, seminars, meetings and in-services.Your day-to-day work will also include:Preparing equipment for imaging tests based on physician's orders and in adherence to department safeguards and protocols to ensure quality resultsPreparing patient and performing MRI proceduresMaintaining records and logs as required by department protocols and licensure requirementsPerforming incidental general office duties to include answering phones, scheduling, filing, maintaining patient records and ordering supplies

Qualifications

Education/Experience:Graduation from an accredited school of Radiological Technology

License/Certification:American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) certification is required.State of Washington Certification as a Radiological Technologist required unless ARRT(MR) is achieved through the ARRT Primary Pathway.ARRT MRI Certification is preferred.Current healthcare provider BLS Certification.

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