MRI Technologist

Overview CHI St. Joseph Health - College Station/Bryan TX Since 1936 CHI St. Joseph Health has been caring for the communities in Bryan College Station Brenham Hearne Navasota Caldwell Madisonville and Bellville. With the area's only Level II Trauma Center the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center and the first accredited Chest Pain Center in the Brazos Valley; CHI St. Joseph Health is a leader in critical care and the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the region. As an integrated healthcare system CHI St. Joseph Health includes a comprehensive network of over 100 employed providers including primary care physicians specialists and advanced practice clinicians. The network includes more than 20 ambulatory clinics featuring primary care a freestanding Emergency Room Express Clinics and imaging and diagnostic services. Responsibilities JOB SUMMARY Performs a variety of complex, specialized, and technical tasks associated with the operation of high field strength magnets. ACCOUNTABILITIES ESSENTIAL Utilizes innovative customer service techniques to provide a positive patient care experience for the patient and their family. Screen patients for MR safety prior to procedure performance. Acts professionally in all dealings with internal and external customers to promote a working environment that focuses on the patient experience and not operational rivalries or roadblocks to care. Perform complex tasks associated with the operation of high field strength magnets and related equipment to produce special radiographic images of specific body parts. Position patients for MR scans using immobilization and protective equipment as required. Assist radiologist with procedure. Administer contrast media or as directed and per protocol. Communicates effectively with patients and their families about the procedure to be performed in order to obtain information and to offer reassurance. Establishes and maintains lines of communication with all other staff members and Radiologist to ensure an effective and harmonious working environment. Evaluate MR scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of exposure and label appropriately. Performs other duties as assigned to meet the organization`s needs. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS Education Required: Associate degree or equivalent Major Required: Allied Health or Radiologic Technology Experience Required: One to two years Preferred: Two to three years Skills Required: Basic MRI tech skill set Preferred: Advanced MRI tech skill set Licensure/Certifications Required: ARRT(MR)/MRT, American Heart Association BLS CPR #missioncritical#LI-CHI#ImagingTexas