MRI Technologist Lead - 40 hours

Description: Job Summary:

Directs, checks, trains, and reports on the work of three or more regular employees in the MRI department. Operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce cross-sectional images (photographs) of patients body for diagnostic purposes. Under the direction of the Chief of Radiology and the Imaging Services Director, with latitude for independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative, performs related technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Direct, check, train and report on the work performance of three (3) or more Regular employees.


• Orients new hires.


• Performs patient studies according to set protocol including placing specified coil close to area of interest.


• Operates imaging and other equipment devices so that quality diagnostic services are provided, including keying commands to specify scan sequences into computer, adjusting transmitters and receivers, and keying in data on keyboard of camera to photograph images.


• Interviews patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures to address patient concerns and exhibits a high degree of tact, courtesy and poise when interacting with patients, staff, and visitors.


• Ensures patient and staff safety, including explaining safety protocol, requesting removal of hazardous metal objects, alerting staff of danger or carrying metal around magnet, and monitoring patients via closed circuit TV.


• Perform other related duties as necessary.


• Supervisory Responsibilities


• The incumbent motivates and provides direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline.

Grade 900
Basic Qualifications:
Experience

• Have minimum two (2) years Regular (twenty (20) hours or more per week) continuous recent experience as a MRI Technologist with Kaiser Permanente and be fully proficient in all the duties required of a MRI Technologist to the satisfaction of the department manager, or
• Have three (3) years Regular (twenty (20) hours or more per week) continuous recent experience in other hospitals and clinics as a MRI Technologist.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED.

License, Certification, Registration

• Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California)
  

• Certified Radiologic Technologist - Venipuncture Certificate (California) within 6 months of hire
  

• Basic Life Support
  

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  

Additional Requirements:

• Must have demonstrated proficiency in teaching other Technologists.
• Must be fully proficient in MRI to the full satisfaction of the department manager and have knowledge of the required protocols in performing complex MRI procedures.
• Must be specifically and regularly assigned by the department manager to direct, check, train and report on the work performance of three (3) or more Regular employees in MRI; at least two (2) of the three employees must work as MRI Technologists.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• N/A

Primary Location: California,Walnut Creek,Walnut Creek Hospital
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Day
Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Working Hours Start: 07:00 AM
Working Hours End: 03:30 PM
Job Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: A01|SEIU|United Healthcare Workers West
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: Walnut Creek Hospital - MRI-General - 0206
Pay Range: $75.4 - $81.63 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: No
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest

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