PRN MRI Technologist

PRN MRI Technologist at San Juan Regional Medical Center summary: The PRN MRI Technologist is responsible for performing MRI procedures to produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety and adhering to departmental standards. The role requires specialized certifications, knowledge of MRI safety protocols, and coordination with radiologists and medical staff. This position also involves maintaining equipment, patient care documentation, and ongoing professional development within a healthcare setting. Creating Life Better Here starts with you. At San Juan Regional Medical Center, we're more than a healthcare provider—we're a values-driven organization dedicated to delivering exceptional care. As a team member, you help fulfill our mission to make life better here for our community.MRI Technologists are entrusted to use their education in the art of cross-sectional imaging of the human body, with the intent of providing excellent diagnostic images for the treatment of injury and disease.Required Behaviors:As you go about fulfilling this mission, your work habits and work relationships should embody SJRMC's values. These values are our culture, our identity as an organization. Sacred Trust, Personal Reverence, Thoughtful Anticipation, Team Accountability and Creative Vitality ask more of us than merely completing some list of tasks. Our values ask for a deeper level of commitment, and what is asked of us we freely give because we believe in our mission.Required Qualifications: Completion of a formal Radiologic Technology ProgramARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) Registered or Registry Eligible in MRINM State Certification for Radiologic TechnologyBLS certificationDuties and Responsibilities: Performs MRI procedures at a professional and technical level not requiring constant supervisionAscertains that DNV standards and specialty recommendations are met for the MRI departmentUnderstand the basic reporting system for position: Radiology Director/Manager, Assistant Manager, Supervisor, Charge Technologist, Sr. Radiologic TechnologistProvide knowledgeable understanding of patient prioritizing (i.e., E.D., in-patient, out-patient)Understand the transfer and viewing of images through the P.A.C.S. systemUnderstand the ordering system through the R.I.S. (Radiology Information System)Thorough comprehension of MRI Call and the use of the remote teleradiology systemCoordinate MRI exams, etc. with radiologist or related physicians as neededMaintain, clean, and re-stock MRI procedure room when neededThorough understanding of MRI Safety and Quench proceduresThorough understanding of MRI patient screeningThorough understanding of MRI safety standardsParticipates in setting patient care standards and formulating new procedures within the MRI departmentEach employee is responsible for implementing SJRMC’s Service Standards into their daily workTransportation of patients as neededAssumes responsibility for own personal continuing education and developmental needs. Attends meetings, workshops, and conventions to increase clinical skills.Maintains employee education training recordAdheres to radiology dress codeMaintains confidentiality of all Hospital matters (i.e., patients HIPAA)Practices good communication skillsConducts self in a professional manner consistent with the values of San Juan Regional Medical CenterEach employee is responsible for implementing SJRMC’s Service Standards into their daily work: Safety, Courtesy, Effectiveness, and StewardshipOther duties as assignedPhysical Demands and Environmental Work Conditions:Exposure to radiation hazards through radiology proceduresExposure to body fluids through direct contact, IV procedures, infection and/or contagious diseasesRequires lifting up to fifty (50) pounds, moving, pushing, pulling, prolonged standingProvide multiple and directional guidance during procedures to patients with caring and compassionInteraction with potential verbally abusive patientsExposure to High magnetic fields Keywords: MRI Technologist, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Radiologic Technology, Diagnostic Imaging, Patient Safety, Healthcare, Radiology Technician, MRI Procedures, Medical Imaging, ARRT Certified