Job Description:

MRI technologists at Intermountain Health are committed to providing patient centered care while demonstrating our values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. If you are interested in contributing to our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible- come join our team!

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Posting Specifics:

• Hours: PRN (As Needed)

• Benefits Eligible: No

• Shift Details: PRN - Fluctuating shift based on PTO and department needs.

• Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends

Who We Are: Saint Joseph Hospital (http://www.saintjosephdenver.org/) was founded in Denver in 1873 by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth as the first private teaching hospital in Colorado. Today, it remains the largest private teaching hospital in Denver. The hospital provides a tradition of healthcare that includes compassionate caregivers, stellar clinical expertise and active clinical partnerships with Kaiser Permanente, National Jewish Health and community physicians.

​Saint Joseph's new state-of-the-art hospital opened in December 2014.

Scope:

MRI Technologist responsibilities:

• Operate a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images used by physicians in the diagnosis and treatments of pathologies.

• Possess thorough knowledge and understanding of the principals and physics of magnetic resonance imaging.

• Select appropriate imaging techniques and protocols to complete the exam.

• Receive patients, explain method of examination, and position patient, perform IV puncture, and administer IV contrast agent when indicated.

• Independently perform and complete routine examinations.

• Meet the needs of the patient, family and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy and efficiency.

• Actively participate in quality initiatives to ensure the highest level of patient satisfaction, highest level of patient care and workflow efficiencies.

Requirements:

• Associate Degree or equivalent from two-year College or Technical School; or one year minimum related experience and/or training, required- Current ARRT (R) or (MR)

• Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association, required

• Ability to interact with people of all ages, required- At least one (1) year of experience as a MRI Technologist, preferred

Now that you know more about being a MRI Technologist on our team, we hope you’ll join us. At Intermountain Health, you’ll reaffirm every day how much you love this work, and why you were called to it in the first place.

Physical Requirements:

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

Saint Joseph Hospital

Work City:

Denver

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$37.46 - $57.80

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/benefits) .

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.