MRI Technologist

We’re about creating exceptional experiences for both our patients and our employees. Partnering with the LSU School of Medicine, our goal is to provide high-quality patient care within a setting that advances medical science through research and educates the next generation of leaders in healthcare. We are committed to providing opportunities for our staff that develop and grow careers in a compassionate team-oriented environment focused on patients first. At Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana and discover your future today

This job is responsible for maintaining safety in the MRI environment while assessing patients and safely performing routine MRI procedures in accordance with prescribed safety procedures and protocols. The Registered MRI Technologist is a clinical mentor for junior staff and students.

*Total compensation will be discussed during the interview process*

*Schedule: *7pm - 7am

*Benefits: *
* *Relocation Assistance Available *
* Medical, Dental, Vision
* Short Term Disability
* Long Term Disability
* PTO (vacation, sick, personal days, paid holidays)
* Life Insurance
* Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
* Retirement Plan
* Paid Parental Leave

*Responsibilities:*
* Verifies physician order and procedure to assure accuracy.
* Utilizes radiology information systems to facilitate care.
* Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.
* Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protocol (including placement of IV).
* Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic quality standards.
* Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standards and performing notification/remediation as warranted.
* Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.).
* Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
* Other related duties as required.

*Qualifications: *
* Completion of an AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program - (required)
* Basic Life Support (BLS) OR CPR certification from the American Heart Association - (required)
* ARRT registered as an MR technologist, OR ARDMS certified with an Associate degree or Bachelor degree in an allied health field, OR NMTCB certified with an Associate degree or Bachelor degree in an allied health field - (required)
* 1+ year of experience as an MRI Technologist - required
* Advanced certification in MRI required by an organization recognized by the ACR Registry required within two years of employment
* Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
* Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Knowledge of MRI procedures and technical language.
* Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality.
* Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure.
* Ability to work self-directed and to function without direct supervision.
* Ability and willingness to have and maintain flexibility in work duties and hours (may require flexible schedule such as nights, evenings, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, etc.).
* General knowledge of cardiac anatomy, Doppler physics, and the hemodynamics of blood flow in relation to the various disease states.
* Skills to preliminarily identify stenosis or occlusion based on nationally published criteria.
* Skills to assist attending physicians with interventional procedures requiring ultrasonic guidance.
* Ability to provide care and/or support services in a manner consistent with the patient's age, social, spiritual, and cultural needs and other special consideration.

*Physical Demands: *

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Very Heavy Work – Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
* Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.
* The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
* Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
* The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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