MRI Technologist I PRN - Military veterans preferred

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Job Title MRI Technologist I PRN Location Elyria Facility Elyria Family Hlth Surgery Ctr Department Regional Radiology-Imaging Institute Job Code D23030 Shift Variable Schedule 12:00am-12:00am Job Summary

Job Details

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and

provide

patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The MRI Department is

seeking

a

MRI Technologist to join their team of devoted caregivers

.

Within this role

,

you’ll

perform MRI exams on patients of all ages.

Your primary duties will include

but are not limited to

: •

Preparing and

validating

the patient screening safety form. •

Educating patients

regarding

MRI procedures while ensuring patients’ comfort and safety during and after the exam. •

Maintaining

equipment and reporting any current or

possible malfunctions

with equipment

immediately

. The

ideal future caregiver

is someone who: •

Has

strong

communication

skills

and can

multitask in a stressful situation. •

Is currently

a Registered Technologist credentialed by the ARRT

and has

a Basic Life Support certification. •

Works well in a close-knit, teambuilding environment. •

Has knowledge of

cross

-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes. •

Provides

empathy and compassion in a patient-centered

environment

. This is an excellent opportunity for those who are flexible and would like to advance their career growth opportunities within Cleveland Clinic. At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most.

That's

why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here,

you'll

find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental

well-being

and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic,

you'll

be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare. Responsibilities: Prepares and checks patients prior to MRI procedure. Acquires and reviews patient questionnaire, chart and data/requisition to determine contraindication of having MRI examination. Verifies and validates patient screening safety form. Performs MRI procedures required per protocol and performs daily QA. Performs VNA punctures and maintains competencies. Educates patients regarding MRI procedures, equipment and exam. Ensures patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam. Assists with scheduling of patients. Administers proper contrast related to patient having MRI exam. Acquires, archives, transmits and prints images via PACS. Completes after hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork. Immediately reports any malfunctions and observes potential equipment dysfunctions and reports problems or calls for service. Maintains available equipment up-time at the highest level for patient accessibility. Processes billing via RIS. Instructs and mentors new hires and Radiology students. Learns new technical information and skills. Attends in-service programs and professional affiliation sessions. Potentially rotates through all imaging modalities, sites, and/or locations. Other duties as assigned. Education: Must have one of the following: Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, graduate of an accredited school in Sonography or Radiation Therapy, or possess a Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or certification from CAHEA approved Nuclear Medicine Technology training program. Certifications: Must be a Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT), or R.T.(S)(ARRT), or R.T.(T)(ARRT), in good standing. Or must be a Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(N) (ARRT) in good standing or be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board. Note: ARDMS and NMTCB are primary pathways Certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging: R.T.(MR)(ARRT) required within one year of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Complexity of Work: Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes. Advanced interpersonal and communication skills are required to provide excellent care to patients and families. Ability to function well with minimal or no direct supervision. Work Experience: Minimum one year experience as a General Radiologic Technologist or experience in other imaging modalities preferred. Physical Requirements: Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily. Requires frequent pushing and pulling of equipment up to 75 pounds. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. Please review the

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