RADIOGRAPHER MRI TECH

We’re looking for qualified RAD MRI Technologist like you to join our Texas Health family.

Position Highlights

• Work location: Texas Health Fort Worth-1301 Pennsylvania Ave 76104

• Work environment: Radiology MRI

• Work hours: Full-time, 36 hours weekly, Friday- Sunday 1200-0030

At Texas Health Fort Worth we take seriously our mission to improve the health of those in our community. We are a 726-bed, Magnet-designated, full-service hospital serving our community since 1930. Our location in Fort Worth provides convenient care to the residents of Fort Worth and the surrounding areas.

If you’re looking for cardiovascular care, high-risk obstetrics, gynecology, neurosciences, sports medicine and emergency medicine, we’ve got it. Plus we’re an accredited Cycle III Chest Pain Center, an Emergency Center of Excellence and provide gynecology, neonatal intensive care, respiratory therapy and orthopedic medicine.

And talk about award winning. Texas Health Fort Worth is Joint Commission-certified in both Heart Failure and Chest Pain, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, an Acute Heart Failure Center, a Level II Trauma Center, a designated Magnet hospital and the Best Place to Have a Baby in Tarrant County. We are a top-notch choice in North Texas for emergency services, women’s services, cardiac care and much more.

As part of the Texas Health family, we employ over 24,000 employees and are among the areas top five largest employers. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we continue to provide outstanding care and deliver award winning results. You belong here.

• Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology (required) or

• Associate Degree (preferred)

• 1 Year medical imaging experience required and

• 1 Year MRI experience preferred

• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Required And

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists MR Upon Hire Required Or

• ARMRIT - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists Upon Hire Required Or

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R Upon Hire Required Or

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists CT Upon Hire Required Or

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists N Upon Hire Required Or

• NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board CNMT Upon Hire Required And

• CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist if ARRT(R), (CT), (N) or CNMT Upon Hire Required And

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists MR if ARRT(R), (CT), (N) or CNMT within 12 Months Required Or

• ARMRIT - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists if ARRT(R), (CT), (N) or CNMT within 12 Months Required

Position Responsibilities

Imaging Procedures, Quality and Processing

• Explains procedures to patient or guardian / family member if applicable prior to exam.

• Positions patient to correct anatomical area of interest.

• Performs complex procedures including age related criteria and developmental considerations.

• Adjusts technique parameters appropriately for age related factors.

• Assists radiologist with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique.

• Maintains attention to details.

• Processes and manipulates images, analyzes image quality, troubleshoots, makes technique adjustments or repeat procedures as needed. Utilizes proper downtime procedures for PACS and HIS / RIS.

• Correctly sends and transfers images to PACS.

• Prints laser images from modality or PACS.

• Coordinates with Centralized Scheduling and other modalities.

Patient Care

• Uses multidisciplinary, team oriented actions.

• Assesses and recognizes the patients emotional, physical, developmental, cognitive and psychosocial conditions.

• Prepares room for examination (i.e. suction, oxygen, supplies).

• Checks physician orders and exam requisitions using time-out procedures.

• Greets and acknowledges patient, using two forms of ID.

• Obtains patient history.

• Handles patients with IVs, oxygen, chest tubes or other devices, and monitor patient during imaging.

• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency drugs and equipment.

• Uses proper body mechanics when assisting patient.

• Administers contrast media and other medications in accordance with medication administration guidelines.

• Processes patient information, displays proper phone etiquette and transports patients as needed.

• Communicates respectfully with co-workers and other departments.

Equipment Operation and Maintenance

• Adjusts technical factors.

• Operates, cares for and maintains equipment.

• Applies knowledge of physics and accessories.

• Troubleshoots and properly documents equipment malfunction.

• Maintains equipment and room to sanitary standards between patients (injectors, table tops, floors).

• Stocks supplies daily.

• Exchanges and maintenance of film badges within designated time frames.

• Demonstrates the knowledge and understanding of quality control and regulatory standards.

• Productive during periods of decreased work flow.

Professional Accountability and Partnership

• Maintains and enhances technical skills and technology advancement.

• Attends departmental continuing education, meetings, and checks email in a timely manner.

• Identifies, troubleshoots and initiates quality improvement.

• Manages time and re-prioritizes as necessary.

• Performs any assignment deemed necessary by supervisor.

Why Texas Health As a Texas Health RAD MRI you’ll enjoy top-notch benefits including 401(k) with match, paid time off, competitive health insurance choices, healthcare and dependent care spending account options, wellness programs to keep you and your family healthy, tuition reimbursement, a student loan repayment program and more.

At Texas Health, our people make this a great place to work every day. Our inclusive, supportive, people-first, excellence-driven culture make Texas Health Resources a great place to work.

Here are a few of our recent awards:

• 2021 FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For®” (7th year in a row)

• Becker's Healthcare "150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare" (4 years running)

• “America’s Best Employers for Diversity” list by Forbes

• A “100 Best Workplaces for Millennials" by Fortune and Great Place to Work®

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Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org .

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