MRI Technologist

• Area of Interest: Medical Imaging and Radiology - Non-Nursing

• Salary Range: $32.73 - $49.09/hr*

• FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.01

• Department: MRI

• Shift: Variable

• Job ID: 184263

Overview

Shift: PRN.

As an MRI Technologist, you will perform high-quality diagnostic MRI examinations and, based on departmental needs, diagnostic X-ray exams under the direction of a radiologist. You will play an essential role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while ensuring exceptional image quality and maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:    

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Completes a variety of high quality, patient-centered MRI and X-ray exams (based on department needs) on all age ranges (neonatal – elderly) and in varying locations throughout the hospital, in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care.

• Understands and follows all processes related to MRI safety

• Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of organ/bone/vasculature cross sectional anatomy.

• Knowledge of utilization and insertion of proper size catheter/needle needed to deliver proper/safe volume of contrast for specific protocols.

• Safe administration of IV contrast media.

• Monitors patients for seizures, claustrophobia, or contrast reaction; ability to act appropriately including code situations.

• Assists in the training and clinical instruction of students.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology with equivalent training and experience as required by the licensing bodies.

Experience: 1 Year in Diagnostic Radiology Preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s):

• Current Radiologic Technologist certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)

• Current MRI certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)

• RTIA Permit to Practice

• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within 30 days from date of hire

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Accountability, Adaptability, Collaboration, Communication – written & verbal, Decision making, Flexibility, Customer/patient focused, Interpersonal skills, Independent Judgment & Decision Making, Managing priorities/deadlines, Planning and organizing skills, Problem-solving and analytical ability, Professionalism, Relationship management, Self-Development, Teamwork, Technical Aptitude – ability to learn new systems quickly.

Other: Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

*Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, internal equity, and other business needs. The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation which may include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits that may be applicable to this role.