MRI Radiographer, PRN - Marquette, United States - LifePoint Hospitals

Description

UP Health System - Marquette

Sign On Bonus $7,500 Available


Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do.

UPHS - Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the region's only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).

We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy


Where We Are:
In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special.

From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.

Why Choose Us:
Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare

And much more...


Position Summary:
Operates magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images for use by physicians in diagnoses and treatment of

pathologies.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam

to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.

When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.

Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.

Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and

performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports

equipment malfunctions as necessary.

Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.

Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.

Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of

imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and

repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results.


Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Education:
Two years ARRT accredited program in Radiologic Technology

Associate's degree (Preferred)


Required Skills:
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be

able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

• If not ARRT(MR) Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) MRI, then you must work under

the supervision of an ARRT(MR) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) MRI technologist

until yours is obtained.


Certifications:
Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)

ARRT Registry in Radiology (R) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)

ARRT Registry in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

(NMTCB) in MRI (within 1 year hire/transfer)


Minimum Work Experience:
1 year in Radiologic technology and/or MRI procedures (Preferred


EEOC Statement:

UP Health System - Marquette is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran