MRI Technologist, Jewish Hospital, Weekend, 7p-7:30a

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

The MRI Technologist operates a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images for use by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. The MRI Technologist maintains knowledge and awareness high magnetic field strength safety. The MRI Technologist will prepare and administer contrast media in accordance with hospital policy and procedure as well as state and federal regulations.

The employee obtains patient history and screening forms, explains routine procedures and addresses patient concerns. Responsible for maintaining patient record and files and performs quality assurance on magnetic resonance scanner, as needed.

Performs procedures to ensure quality patient care in accordance with Radiologist’s expectations and protocolsEnsures compliance with the National Patient Safety goalsSupports and reports any identified compliance mattersParticipates in hospital and department quality assurance programs to ensure safety and satisfactionUses standard precautions, including PPE, at all timeContributes to the efficient operation and monitoring of the department and utilizes our resources efficientlyOther Functions:Maintains professional development and education for technical competencyMaintains regulatory compliance and licensure for current positionAttends all UofL Health required educational programs and completes all KNOW modulesMaintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conductComplies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all timesPerforms other duties as assignedAdditional

Graduate of an accredited school of MR Radiologic Technology (required)

Previous experience in MRI (preferred)

Valid Kentucky Radiation Operator’s License (strongly preferred)Certification:Possess and maintain certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)Possess and maintain certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) within 2 year of employment or transferring into positionBasic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) within 30 days of employment (required)