Acute MRI Technologist

Primary City/State:

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:

MRI-Hosp

Work Shift:

Varied

Job Category:

Clinical Care

“Eligible for hire on incentive”

Health care is full of possibilities. Medical imaging plays a pivotal role in excellent patient care at Banner Health. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Health.

Location: Banner Estrella Medical Center - 9201 W Thomas Rd Phoenix, AZ 85037.

Schedule: Sundays 6am to 6:30pm, Mondays & Tuesdays 5pm to 5:30am .

Strong knowledge of MRI safety protocols, Proficiency with various MRI sequences and protocols Experience, Excellent critical thinking and emergency response skills Ability to work in fast-paced, high-acuity environments.

Banner Estrella Medical Center was built in 2005 in west Phoenix to meet the health care needs of a growing West Valley community. A full-service medical campus, the 317 all-private bed hospital offers an array of medical services, including heart care, emergency services, general surgery, weight loss surgery, medical imaging, orthopedic surgery and a comprehensive maternity services program. We are committed to providing families with excellent care and service. We work hard at Banner Estrella to create an environment that offers comfort and healing to our patients and visitors. We strive to care with kindness, compassion, dignity and respect.

Banner Health has been named one of Fortune's Best Large Workplaces in Health Care 2026 for the second consecutive year. The ranking is based on feedback from nearly 222,000 employees at Great Place to Work-certified health care organizations, covering workplace culture, trust in leadership, fairness and pride in work.

Banner Estrella Medical Center is a 353-bed acute care hospital providing a full range of health care services to the fast growing communities of west Phoenix. Opened in 2005, this is an innovative, fully electronic facility that features electronic medical records, computerized physician order entry, digital radiography, sophisticated ICU monitoring and much more. In fact, we've been named one of the "ten most innovative hospitals in the country" by Newsweek Magazine and are recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. The hospital is also designed to provide a soothing, healing atmosphere for both patients and their family members. We encourage the use of such therapies as pet therapy, aromatherapy, spiritual care and Reiki Therapy.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.

2. Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.

3. Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.

4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies if applicable.

5. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to safety policies.

6. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to the radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.

7. Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.

8. Independently performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or modality qualified licensure (NMTCB, ARDMS, ARMRIT). Licensure by the state regulatory agency, as applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in MRI required within 18 months of hire. BLS certification required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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