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Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Magnetic resonance imaging technologists, also referred to as MRI technologists, utilize magnetic resonance imaging scanners to capture specific images ordered by a physician to aid in patient diagnosis. MRI technologists must be able to closely follow a physician's instructions, prepare and operate MRI equipment, position patients correctly, and effectively record the requested diagnostic images.

The ideal future caregiver is someone who:

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Is dedicated to providing excellent patient care.

• Has knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes.

• Can calm patients during MRIs.

In this role, you will work in a dynamic and technologically advanced environment that allows you to discover, learn and grow. Cleveland Clinic will support you as you enhance your skills by offering tuition reimbursement and opportunities for career growth.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and checks patients prior to MRI procedure.

• Acquires and reviews patient questionnaire, chart and data/requisition to determine contraindication of having MRI examination.

• Verifies and validates patient screening safety form.

• Performs MRI procedures required per protocol and performs daily QA.

• Performs venipunctures and maintains competencies.

• Educates patients regarding MRI procedures, equipment and exam.

• Ensures patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam.

• Assists with scheduling of patients.

• Administers proper contrast related to patient having MRI exam.

• Acquires, archives, transmits and prints images via PACS.

• Completes after hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.

• Immediately reports any malfunctions and observes potential equipment dysfunctions and reports problems or calls for service.

• Maintains available equipment up-time at the highest level for patient accessibility.

• Processes billing via RIS.

• Instructs and mentors new hires and Radiology students.

• Learns new technical information and skills.

• Attends in-service programs and professional affiliation sessions.

• Potentially rotates through all imaging modalities, sites, and/or locations.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or graduate of an accredited institution per the primary pathway of the ARRT.

Certifications:

• Must be a Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT), or R.T.(S)(ARRT), or R.T.(T)(ARRT), in good standing. Or must be a Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(N) (ARRT) in good standing or be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board. Note: ARDMS and NMTCB are primary pathways

• Certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging: R.T.(MR)(ARRT) required within one year of hire.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Complexity of Work:

• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes.

• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills are required to provide excellent care to patients and families.

• Ability to function well with minimal or no direct supervision.

Work Experience:

• Minimum one year experience as a General Radiologic Technologist or experience in other imaging modalities preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.

• Requires frequent pushing and pulling of equipment up to 75 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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