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Catholic Health Initiatives MRI Technologist Full Time Nights in Lexington, Kentucky
Overview
Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, the mission to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ioujd4fnJcY) .
Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that, we invite you to experience Hello Humankindness (https://www.chisaintjosephhealth.org/library/landing/humankindness) with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our team members well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance such as:
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs with matching
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Mental Health resources for you and your family
Wellness Program with rewards up to $450
Tuition Reimbursement for future career growth and development
Adoption Assistance
Voluntary Protection: Accident, Critical Illness, Identify Theft and Pet Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits to support adult and child care needs
Employer Discounts
Relocation Assistance*
Employee Referral Bonuses up to $7,500*
Sign-on Bonuses up to $25,000*
Education Assistance (student loan payoff) up to $24,000*
*for eligible hires
Learn more about Saint Joseph Hospital and it's awards and recognitions here: Saint Joseph Hospital (https://www.chisaintjosephhealth.org/saint-joseph-hospital)
Responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE
MRI Technologist Operates a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images for use by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. Obtains patient history and screening forms, explains routine procedures and addresses
patient concerns. Responsible for maintaining patient record and files. Performs quality assurance on magnetic resonance scanner.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Performs procedures to ensure quality patient care in accordance with Radiologist’s expectations and protocols.
Displays knowledge and complies with the National Patient Safety goals.
Supports and reports any identified compliance matters.
Participates in hospital and department quality assurance programs to ensure safety and satisfaction.
Maintains professional development and education for technical competency.
Uses standard precautions, PPE, at all times.
Maintains regulatory compliance and licensure for current position.
Attends all CHI Saint Joseph Health required educational programs as well as all Learn modules.
Contributes to the efficient operation and monitoring of the department and utilizes our resources efficiently.
Demonstrates complete working knowledge of equipment within assigned area.
Knowledge and performance of the Code of Conduct Standards.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
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 1 year of employment or transferring into the position.
State of Kentucky License required.
BLS
Previous experience in MRI preferred.
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Pay Range
$33.52 - $48.60 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.