What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI TECH position at Tri - City Medical Center?
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US-CA-OceansideOverview
Tri-City Medical Center has served San Diego Countys coastal communities of Carlsbad, Oceanside and Vista, as well as the surrounding region for more than 60 years and is one of the largest employers in North San Diego County. Tri-City is administered by the Tri-City Healthcare District, a California Hospital District. As a full-service acute care public hospital with over 500 physicians practicing in over 60 specialties, Tri-City is vital to the well-being of our community and serves as a healthcare safety net for many of our citizens. The hospital has received a Gold Seal of Approval® from the Joint Commission showcasing a commitment to safe and effective patient care for the residents of the community.
Tri-City Medical Center prides itself on being the home to leading orthopedic, spine and cardiovascular health services while also specializing in world-class robotic surgery, cancer and emergency care. Tri-Citys Emergency Department is there for your loved ones in their time of need and is highly regarded for our heart attack and stroke treatment programs. When minutes matter Tri-City is your source for quality compassionate care close to home. Tri-City partners with over 90 local non-profit and community organizations as part of our COASTAL Commitment initiative. Together we are helping tackle some of our communities pressing health and social needs.
Position Summary:
A professional caregiver who works independently under the guidance of the Lead MRI Technologist. Contributes to total patient care by accessing pertinent patient information; processes images; assures correct images; accurate billing and file documentation; records information related to exams into department computer system. The MRI Technologist provides services in a manner consistent with TCMCs mission and values.
Major Position Responsibilities:
The position characteristics reflect the most important duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job in a fully competent manner. They should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. The characteristics of the position and standards of performance may be changed by TCMC with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
- Maintains a safe, clean working environment, including unit based safety and infection control requirements.
- Responsible for the performance of all aspects of MR imaging, accurately and in accordance with established procedures and policies in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases in patients of all group.
- Follows all regulatory guidelines and MR safety precautions.
- Maintains professional standards of conduct and ethics as outlined in department expectations and professional organizations.
- Performs other activities in support of clinical team members when not engaged in imaging activities.
- Support radiology modalities as needed.
Qualifications:
- 1 year hospital based clinical medical imaging experience required, 2 years preferred.
- Experienced in MRI procedures in a medical center setting, preferred.
- Experience in invasive MRI experience, preferred.
- Good customer service skills.
- Experienced in the medical field.
Licenses:
- One of the following certifications is required and may serve as adequate certification for an MRI Tech:
- ARRT-MR (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
- ARMRIT (American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists)
- CRT (California Registered Technologist), must complete advanced training ARRT-MRI or ARMRIT within 15 months of initial training.
Certifications:
- Current BLS certification, required upon hire; American Heart Association Healthcare Provider.
- Venipuncture certification, required within 6 months of hire.
Each new hire candidate who is offered employment must pass a physical evaluation, urine drug screen and pre-employment background checks before starting work.
*Salary/Hourly wage range for this position is posted. Actual pay will be determined based on verified experience as well as internal equity.
TCHD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
