MRI Technologist *SIGN ON BONUS* (FT) Kingsport, TN

Job ID: 004C26

HOLSTON VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER

Imaging - SAT MRI

Full-time (scheduled 72 hrs or more per pay period) - Weekends

Job Description

Scope of Position
Performs a variety of duties in preparing patients for MRI imaging studies on patients from adolescent to geriatrics. Operates MRI scanner and computer to produce images of specific areas to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Studies physician prescribed requisitions to determine body area to be scanned and the sequence to be used. Gives patient instruction on procedure method. Injects IV contrast for organ enhancement, under the direction of Radiologist. The care provided to each patient is specific to the patient's particular physical, age specific and psychosocial needs. The patient populations served by this position includes adolescent, adult and geriatric.
MSHA expects that every team member will role model Patient-Centered Care behaviors and be guided by MSHA's Values and the Principles of Patient-Centered Care.
It is vital that an individual in this position be capable of good communication skills. It is of the utmost importance that written communication is legible.
MSHA expects all team members to support the VOS initiative by demonstrating awareness of the VOS system and effectively applying it to his/her work.
Job duties of this position may require access to protected patient information (PHI). The team member will be accountable for appropriate use of the record and compliance with all confidentiality and security policy and procedures related to use, access, and disclosure of PHI.
MSHA expects all team members to comply with Federal civil rights laws and regulations. Team members will not discriminate, exclude people, or treat anyone differently because of age, race, color, national origin, national origin, ethnicity, religion, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Reporting Relationship:
See Table of Organization
Education and Experience:
Associate of Science degree in Radiology Technology and/or a graduate of Radiologic Technology Program recognized by The American College of Radiology. Must be registered by ARRT. Advanced certification in MRI preferred. MRI technologist will be taught on the job, if promoted from within. Must be BLS certified. If not registered in MRI, technicians hired after 1/1/2017 must schedule the MRI registry to be taken within 12 months of hire.

Requirements
No additional requirements from any stated in the above description.