What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Technologist position at Kindred Healthcare Inc.?
Logan Regional Medical Center (LRMC) currently has a position for a full-time MRI Technologist to work in our state-of-the-art Radiology Department. We have a very family-oriented, positive, friendly, and team supported staff who are willing to go the extra mile to help each other out. We are truly focused on patient care and our Directors and Managers are hands-on and provide excellent support to our team members and staff. Although we are a small facility, we do many in-house procedures at Logan Regional Medical Center. New adjustments in pay and incentives, plus our excellent and affordable benefits, PTO and Extended illness Bank (EIB) are some of the many perks our employees enjoy.
Job Responsibilities
- Operate equipment for imaging and anything related on various areas of the body in order to provide high quality images and information for patient diagnosis.
- Address patient concerns during the procedures, and explain the MRI process to the patient in a way that is informative but also reassuring.
- Use tact, courtesy and poise when dealing with patients, keeping them calm and ensuring that they get the best care possible.
- Communicate effectively with other radiologists and health care professionals to ensure the message is getting across appropriately.
- Troubleshoot peripheral equipment and scanners to ensure that equipment is operating properly to avoid downtime or delays that affect patient satisfaction.
- Ensure patient safety with aseptic injection technique and pre-screening for any contra-indications before the procedure.
- Handle high-stress environments in a calm manner when dealing with patients, technicians and physicians.
At Logan Regional Medical Center, we recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent Technologists. We know that our employees deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop. We have a positive, hopeful, and resilient leadership team that is solely focused on taking care of the heart of the people who work here. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and evidence-based practice, and you would like to belong to a hospital family that only the best are invited to join, we invite you to apply today!
Minimum Qualifications:
- Completion of an accredited program of Radiological Technology.
- Licensed as a Radiology Tech (MRI) in the state of WV or a multi-state compact license.
- BCLS and CPR certification.
- Prefer 1 year of experience as an MRI-Tech, willing to consider new graduates of an accredited Radiologic MRI Technology program.
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing and to conduct self in a courteous and professional manner. Execellent patient care manners while recognizing the dignity and worth of each patient. Collaborates with other health care members to maintain a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.