Posted:
6/23/2024, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Tappahannock, Virginia, United States ⋅ Virginia, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) or Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) ARRT-MRI
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current Certification by ARRT-MRI Basic Life Support (BLS for Healthcare Providers)
Experience REQUIRED:
One (1) year of previous MRI Technologist work experience
Experience PREFERRED:
One to three (1-3) years of previous MRI Technologist work experience Previous work experience in an academic medical center environment
Education/training REQUIRED:
Graduation from a JRC Accredited Program in Radiologic Technology that is recognized by the ARRT; or Graduation from a JRCNMT accredited program in nuclear medicine technology
Education/training PREFERRED:
Bachelor’s Degree in Radiologic Technology or closely related field from an accredited program
Independent action(s) required:
MRI technologists independently performs or assists the licensed independent practitioner in the completion of all MRI imaging exams, interventional MRI procedures, and therapeutic MRI procedures utilizing all MRI scanners and associated technology on site at VCUHS.
MRI technologists independently complete imaging exams based on physicians written order, department protocols, and institutional safety standards.
MRI technologists evaluate and react to information contained on the MRI Safety Checklist as well as the MRI contrast checklist.
MRI technologists prioritize workload based on ordered patient priority.
MRI technologists represent the goals, values, and vision of VCU Health System.
Ensures adherence to regulatory standards, health system and department policies, procedures, processes, and guidelines applicable to role.
Resolves basic service delivery issues.
Initiates equipment service calls.
Lead technologists may perform “lead technologist” functions such as coordinating work assignments, workflow, and staffing for an assigned shift/area; serve as clinical or technical resource; provide training.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific manager or supervisor.
Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing needs of the health system.
On-call, weekend and other after hours coverage may be required based on workload demand and staffing needs of the health system.
MRI Technologists are considered “Essential Employees” who may be required to report to work in accordance with the VCUHS Policy.
Must have immediate access to a home phone or cell phone.
Age Specific groups served: All
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance)
Other: Prolonged computer interaction
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Other: Vision
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
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Website: https://vcuhealth.org/
Headquarter Location: Richmond, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1838
IPO Status: Private