Dover, OH, 44622, USA
43 days ago
MRI Technologist
MRI Technologist Join Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Located in Dover, Ohio, Union Hospital is an award-winning not-for-profit community hospital serving the communities of eastern Ohio. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and provide stellar patient care while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Magnetic resonance imaging technologists, also referred to as MRI technologists, utilize magnetic resonance imaging scanners to capture specific images ordered by a physician to aid in patient diagnosis. MRI technologists must be able to closely follow a physician's instructions, prepare and operate MRI equipment, position patients correctly, and effectively record the requested diagnostic images. **A caregiver in this position works 11:30AM - 8:00PM + Call** A caregiver who excels in this role will: + Perform MRI scans as prescribed by physicians. + Interview patients to obtain needed information and provide education to the patient about their scan. + Maintain constant patient contact during scan and respond accordingly to patient reactions such as claustrophobic reactions. + Provide MRI information to patients, families, physicians and other appropriate people. + Assist in developing new techniques and procedures relating to MRI. + Schedule procedures to ensure proper time allotment. + Conduct facility tours and demonstrate equipment for visitors. + Remain abreast of current developments by attending related seminars and reviewing current literature. + Assist in other areas of Radiology, if needed, if there is no other work in the MRI section. + Comply with all Radiology Information System entry (including PACS) requirements for accurate patient, film, supply, tracking monitors. + Ensure the safety of everyone in the MRI area through limited access, screening, and proper bloodborne pathogen precautions. + Inject contrast material by intravenous puncture or established intravenous. + Assist and support the Radiologic student program, specifically the clinical aspect. + Provide supervision and feedback to students as they perform procedures. + Review images with students on request and provide quarterly evaluations of students to clinical instructions for formal reviews. + Complete mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department-specific competencies and requirements. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: + Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or graduate of an accredited institution per the primary pathway of the ARRT. + Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology. + Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in magnetic resonance imaging within 24 months of appointment. + Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA). + Current knowledge of magnetic resonance imaging techniques and parameters. Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: + Three years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist. + One year of experience in computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging. Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/ Physical Requirements: + Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time. + Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily. + Requires frequent pushing and pulling of equipment up to 75 pounds. Personal Protective Equipment: + Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
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