Description

*REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE*
* Completion of MRI training program including UTMB MR Training Program or equivalent
* 0+ years of experience

*LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS*
* American Heart Association (BLS)
* American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)
* Must be MRI certified or MRI registry-eligible at the time of hire.
* Registry-eligible candidates are required to obtain MRI certification through the American Registry of Radiologic (ARRT) or an equivalent certifying (ex. ARMRIT) body within six (6) months of hire.
*WORK SCHEDULE*
Fridays overnight 7:00 pm - 7:30 am, with possibility of call rotation

*JOB DESCRIPTION*
The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist I position works independently to complete a variety of routine MR procedures to include common and specialty MR exams of moderate complexity. This position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special MR procedures. This Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to MR exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.

*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS*
* Promotes a positive work environment.
* Collaborates with all members of the patient care team.
* Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.
* Utilizes verbal, nonverbal & written communication to achieve mutual understanding.
* Proactive in responding to patient needs.
* Performs routine MRI, MRA procedures.
* Optimizes protocols to provide better patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors.
* Assists physicians during diagnostic or special procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.
* Utilizes AIDET incorporating Key Words and MANGAGE UP techniques, when speaking to patients and family members at an age-appropriate level.
* Follows all MR safety policy and procedures accordingly.
* Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures.
* Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices, and policies.
* Participates in WASTE walks and supports department LEAN projects.
* Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.
* Performs weekly imaging equipment quality control (QC) ensuring all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use.
* Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance, as appropriate.
* Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
* Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
* Ensures their personal timecard is accurate and approves it in a timely manner to prevent retro amendments.
* Participates in department projects or shared governance activities.
* Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a technologist.

*Equal Employment Opportunity*
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.