Travel MRI Technologist - $2,432 per week

Aureus Medical Group - Imaging is seeking a travel MRI Technologist for a travel job in Garden City, Kansas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : MRI Technologist
• Discipline : Allied Health Professional
• Start Date : ASAP
• Duration : 16 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Estimated payment breakdown

$2272.00-$2432.00 / wk

$1040.00-$1200.00 in weekly taxable income

$26.00 / hr-$30.00 / hr

Estimate assumes an 8 hour shift. Hourly rate may change based on shift length.

$1232.00 in non-taxable stipend

Actual amount subject to eligibility and seasonal / annual adjustments

Provide quality patient care to all patients within the medical imaging department. Perform high quality images and exams on patients while maintaining the sensitivity to patient needs.

Follows ACR practice guidelines and safety standards for MRI. Demonstrates leadership abilities and is a role model for other associate technologists.

Acts as a clinical resource to unit personnel and assures current standards of practice for the unit.

• Performs magnetic resonance scans to obtain high quality images. Follows standards of safe MRI practice. Practicesall rules and regulations pertaining to radiation safety, reducing personal and patient exposure to "as low as reasonably achievable" (ALARA).
• Produces quality images in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
• Prepares patient for exam. Provides information and instruction to patient and / or family regarding the procedure and responds to their physical and emotional needs.
• Assists the patient during exam and positions the patient.
• Observes patient and equipment during the procedure and reports / documents unusual occurrences and records patient's condition.
• Facilitates smooth patient flow, scheduling and optimal use of equipment / resources.
• Communicates in writing and verbally with all physicians, imaging personnel, students and hospital staff in facilitating the continuum of care.
• Assists with patient transport as needed.
• Performs IV starts and contrast administration as required.
• As assigned by management, performs technologist duties of other registered modality.
• Ability to provide on-call coverage outside of standard scheduled hours per department and / or facility policy.
• Correctly inputs charges and required data for procedures and for supplies utilized during the procedure / exam.
• Completes required hospital / medical imaging paperwork for each exam performed
• Prepares room, equipment, and exam materials needed for exam.
• Maintains technical operation of equipment and notifies service when necessary. Notifies supervisor of equipment problems and logs the service call / problem per department procedure.
• Maintains clean work area for employees and patients.
• Maintains quality checks and equipment maintenance documentation per department procedure.
• Proactive in problem identification and following up with appropriate management personnel.
• Establishes a motivating, constructive rapport with physicians, staff and system departments.
• Maintains high skill level through ongoing education / meeting attendance and shares information with staff.
• Participates in clinical training for students and / or staff technologists.
• Engages in professional activities through involvement in organizations, journal clubs, on-line education, etc.
• Actively participates in department / hospital quality and process improvement initiatives.
• Maintains compliance with all State, Federal, accreditation and hospital regulations and standards.
• Responsible for contributing to ACR accreditation as requested.
• Demonstrates effective time management and is proactive in prioritizing workload and meeting productivity requirements.
• Adapts to rapidly changing technologies, policies, regulations, census and staffing through priority setting and flexibility.

Position : Technologist

Specialty / Modality : Magnetic Resonance

Licenses / Certifications : CPR / BLS (Basic Life Support), State License-Radiology Technologist-Kansas, ARRT-MR (Magnetic Resonance Imaging), ARRT-R (Radiography)

Physical Abilities : From 50-100lbs

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Aureus Medical Group - Imaging Job ID . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title : MRI TECH / MAGNETIC RESONANCE TECHNOLOGIST

About Aureus Medical Group - Imaging

Rewarding Careers. Experiences of a Lifetime.

At Aureus Medical Group , we do more than connect you with a career opportunity. We help you create your ideal lifestyle.

For more than 35 years we've helped healthcare professionals embark on journeys, scale mountains, and discover new spaces, places, and faces.

We're dedicated to your success, your dreams, and your adventures.

As a travel healthcare professional with Aureus, you'll have the whole package - outstanding benefits, one-to-one personal service, 24 / 7 contact, and an recruiter who specializes in imaging.

With thousands of available travel jobs across the country, we're sure to have the right fit for you.

When it comes to your career, Aureus will take you places. Let's get started!

Benefits

• Retention bonus
• Benefits start day 1
• 401k retirement plan
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