MRI Technologist

Job Overview

Here at The University of Minnesota Medical Center – West Bank Campus, we are seeking an MRI Technologist to join our team! This is a 0.6 FTE (48 hours) position that will work the following schedule with an occasional call rotation and weekends as needed:  

Wk 1: 3:00pm to 11:30pm Wed, Thurs, Fri.
Wk 2: 3:00pm to 11:30pm Mon, Tues, Wed.

*If the majority of your allocated shift hours are worked between 3pm – 11pm, your hours worked in this shift will receive an additional $6.00 per hour, on top of your base rate & shift differentials.

This benefit-eligible position is also eligible for a sign-on bonus, prorated based on experience.

The MRI Technologist functions independently within the scope of professional practice to perform all major responsibilities associated with magnetic resonance imaging services. Utilizing technical expertise and critical thinking, the MRI technologist provides high-quality diagnostic imaging while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and compliance with MRI safety standards and protocols. Working collaboratively with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team, the MRI Technologist promotes optimal patient outcomes and an exceptional patient experience while adhering to organizational policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.


Responsibilities

• __Patient Care and Clinical Excellence__
• Maintains and prioritizes workflow to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
• Provides individualized, compassionate patient care throughout the imaging experience.
• Performs high-quality MRI examinations according to established protocols.
• Verifies patient identification, imaging orders, and required documentation.
• Communicates with and educates patients and families regarding exam procedures, expectations, and pertinent information.
• Utilizes effective communication skills to meet patient, family, and customer needs.
• Communicates pertinent clinical information clearly and accurately to appropriate healthcare team members.
• Provides integrated services with care partners and customers to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Responds appropriately to urgent and emergent situations following established protocols
• Applies established professional guidelines and standards to complex, routine, and non-routine diagnostic testing procedures
• __Technical and Operational Expertise__
• Correctly operates MRI equipment according to accepted standards, protocols, and guidelines.
• Achieves quality diagnostic images through proper patient positioning and appropriate selection of technical imaging factors.
• Identifies, troubleshoots, and responds to equipment issues to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Maintains examination rooms, equipment, and supplies in a clean and operational condition.
• Maintains proficiency with MRI equipment, imaging techniques and department workflows
• Serves as a resource to healthcare team members by providing technical expertise and guidance related to MRI services.
• Adopts and utilizes new technologies and workflows as introduced within the organization.
• Participates in problem-solving and resolution of operational, patient care, equipment, and workflow issues.
• __MRI Safety__
• Maintains a safe MRI environment by adhering to all MRI safety policies, procedures, and departmental protocols.
• Performs comprehensive MRI safety screening for patients, visitors, staff, and vendors prior to MRI restricted zone entry.
• Verifies implant and device safety status and understands applicable MRI conditions and restrictions.
• Ensures only MRI Safe or MRI Conditional equipment is utilized within designated MRI environments.
• Maintains vigilance for potential MRI safety hazards and takes appropriate action to mitigate risk.
• Acts as a patient safety advocate by preventing access, or activities that present MRI-related hazards.
• Maintains current MRI safety knowledge through required education, annual training, and competency assessments.
• __Quality, Safety, and Data Integrity__
• Promotes and participates in a culture of patient safety.
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency preparedness procedures and response protocols.
• Adheres to infection prevention and control standards.
• Maintains accurate documentation and completes required computer functions, including scheduling, image editing, status updates, and other workflow activities in compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Ensures accurate image identification, digital image management, and archival of imaging records.
• Participates in Quality Assurance activities and testing as required by regulatory agencies, accreditation bodies, and manufacturer recommendations.
• Ensures compliance with organizational, regulatory, accreditation, and professional practice standards.
• __Professional Practice and Teamwork__
• Participates as an active and collaborative member of the healthcare team.
• Contributes to a positive, respectful, and professional work environment.
• Participates in departmental, organizational, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintains ongoing professional development and current knowledge required for the position.
• Completes all required continuing education, competencies, certifications, and licensure requirements to maintain clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.  

Required Qualifications

• ARRT Registration  (Radiography or MRI) Upon Hire or
• ARMRIT MRI Certification
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross)  Basic Life Support Certification Upon Hire
• Meet MRI Safety Screening requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Understanding of current ACR Guidelines for MRI Safety
• Knowledge of quality control and safety standards.
• Previous healthcare experience
• 1 year experience in a related role
• Advanced Certification in MRI within 1-1/2 Yrs

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO/vacation and Safe and Sick Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information:  https://www.fairview.org/benefits/adit

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status