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MRI Technologist

Medical Imaging Technologist

Job Description

  • JOB SUMMARY
    The MRI Technologist at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for performing MRI procedures in compliance with physicians' orders and department policies, which includes patient screening, explanation of exams, and IV injections for contrast studies. This position requires strong leadership skills to cross-train other technologists and manage daily schedules efficiently, excellent human relations skills to interact with patients, families, departments, and physicians, and problem-solving abilities to ensure smooth patient flow and adherence to policies and procedures.
    JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Perform MRI procedures according to Physicians orders and Department policies.
  • Screening pre-MRI for metals and implanted devices.
  • Explain each exam to patient and family.
  • Start IV injections for contrast studies.
  • To ensure all policies and procedures set by the radiology department.
  • To ensure the best quality exam is performed.



    QUALIFICATIONS


    Education
  • Associate's Degree . Required

    Licenses and Certifications
  • ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. ARRT certification. Upon Hire. Required

    Work Experience
  • Less than 1 year. 6 months MRI experience or willing to train. Required

    Knowledge Skills and Abilities
  • the ability to perform MRI procedures unassisted.
  • Crosstrain other technologist and complete daily schedule in a reasonable time
  • Must interact with patients and families, other departments and physicians to enhance the radiology department and hospital.

    Physical Demands

    A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Standing . Frequently
  • Walking . Frequently
  • Sitting . Occasionally
  • Lifting/Carrying . Frequently 50 lbs
  • Pushing/Pulling . Frequently
  • Climbing . Occasionally
  • Balancing . Occasionally
  • Stooping/Kneeling/Bending . Frequently
  • Reaching/Over Head Work . Occasionally
  • Grasping . Frequently
  • Speaking . Frequently
  • Hearing . Constantly
  • Repetitive Motions . Constantly
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations . Frequently

    Benefits A****vailable
  • Continuing Education
  • 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions
  • Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance
  • Wellness Programs and Incentives
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical Benefits
  • Dental Benefits
  • Vision Benefits
  • License + Certification Reimbursement
  • Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Other:
  • Early Access to Earned Wages
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Paid Time Away
  • Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers
North Mississippi Health Services
About North Mississippi Health Services

North Mississippi Health Services (NMHS) is a diversified regional health care organization serving 24 counties in north Mississippi and northwest Alabama and is one of the largest employers in Mississippi with over 6,900 employees. NMHS covers a broad range of acute diagnostic and therapeutic services offered through North Mississippi Medical Center (NMMC) in Tupelo, Community Hospital System, and North Mississippi Medical Clinics.  NMHS strives to improve the health for people in this region by providing conveniently accessible and cost-effective healthcare of the highest quality. 

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