MRI Technologist (PRN)

About the job

About Us:

Arizona Liver Health (ALH) is dedicated to driving high standards of care and advancing medical innovation through leading clinical trials, ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance, and generating high-quality clinical data. Our network of multiphase, multitherapeutic research, standard of care, and VEN Centers sites is staffed by skilled providers, research, clinic, pharmacy, and patient outreach professionals. ALH operates state-of-the-art facilities and programs to meet the evolving needs of clinical research and overall patient treatment.

Title: MRI Technologist (PRN)

Compensation: Up to $48 - $50 per hour, depending on experience

Reports to: Director of Radiology

Location: Chandler, AZ

Schedule: PRN, as needed

Essential job functions/duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.

• Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.

• Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.

• Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies if applicable.

• Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.

• Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to the radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
• Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.

• Independently performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.

• Follow the policies, procedures, and safety protocols established by the medical director or generated by federal, state and local requirements, and by other oversight or accrediting agencies;

• Report any medical errors, mishaps, or near misses stemming from any source including but not limited to personnel and equipment performance, to the medical director (and if applicable to the supervising physician);

• Maintain the current credentials necessary to operate the applicable imaging systems and experience and training set forth in RadSite standards

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

• 1-2 years experience in MRI Outpatient setting with Siemens equipment (preferred)

• Service oriented approach, flexible and proactive

• Must be self-motivated and able to grasp new concepts quickly

• Ability to work in strict compliance with all procedures, rules, and regulations

• Proficiency in MS Office and internet applications

• Ability to excel in team environment

• Superior attention to detail and excellent oral and written communication skills

Education, credentials, and/or trainings required

• Required American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification in MRI

• Will be required to cover in multiple departments as needed

• BLS American Heart Association (AHA)

• At least 1 year of experience on Siemens Scanners

Supervisory responsibilities

• None

Work environment

Clinic setting; Monday - Friday

Physical demands

• Must be able to lift/carry up to 50lbs, be able to, position, push or transfer patients, have manual dexterity and mobility, be able to see clearly at 20 feet or more, be able to see clearly at 20 inches or less, be able to judge distance and space relationships, be able to see peripherally, and be able to distinguish and identify different colors.

• Able to sit for long periods (at least 50%)

• Able to type and do computer work for long periods

Travel requirements:

• Some interoffice travel may be required with use of company vehicle or mileage reimbursement

Benefits & Perks:

• Accrued Sick Time

EEO statement

It is the policy of the Institute for Liver Health DBA Arizona Liver Health and Arizona Clinical Trials to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by the company where appropriate.

Notice to Staffing Agencies: It is our policy that any and all contact with third party staffing or recruitment vendors come through our Talent Acquisition Team directly. We have an established and preferred network of contracted partners that we engage if and when we deem it necessary. We request that staffing agencies refrain from repeatedly contacting our hiring managers or employees directly. Unsolicited resumes, onsite solicitations, and inquiries will not be considered or responded to. Overly persistent and pushy inquires may also be blocked across our network as spam. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.