Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist

This position is pending contract award

This position will support the US Department of Veterans Affairs Critical Staffing Program. The person in this position will represent International SOS Government Medical Services Inc. and provide services outlined below: The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist performs diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging examinations under the general supervision of a Radiologist ensuring safe accurate and timely imaging services for Veteran patients. All services are performed in accordance with the Performance Work Statement Veterans Health Administration directives Joint Commission standards and applicable federal laws and regulations.

• Perform diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging examinations in accordance with physician orders established protocols and Department of Veterans Affairs standards of care.
• Prepare and set up Magnetic Resonance Imaging rooms ensuring required equipment supplies and materials are available operational and properly maintained.
• Screen identify and verify patients using approved Department of Veterans Affairs patient-identification procedures prior to imaging examinations.
• Explain Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures to patients secure patient cooperation and provide care that ensures patient safety comfort and dignity.
• Adhere strictly to Veterans Health Administration Magnetic Resonance Imaging safety requirements including magnetic field safety infection control practices and patient screening protocols.
• Position patients appropriately and select imaging protocols and technical parameters to ensure optimal diagnostic image quality.
• Review Magnetic Resonance Imaging images for completeness diagnostic quality correct labeling and proper annotation prior to submission for Radiologist interpretation.
• Accurately document procedures imaging data and relevant clinical information in the Department of Veterans Affairs Electronic Health Record system.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act the Privacy Act and Department of Veterans Affairs policies.
• Complete all required Department of Veterans Affairs mandatory training quality assurance activities and performance improvement documentation.
• Promptly report equipment malfunctions safety concerns patient incidents or adverse events to supervisory staff and complete required Department of Veterans Affairs reporting within mandated timelines.
• Completes required organizational compliance education including assigned requirements that are client-specified for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.

This list is non-exhaustive and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.

Qualifications :

Basic Requirements/Certifications:

• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging required.
• State licensure or certification issued by the California Department of Public Health Radiologic Health Branch must be current and in good standing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Demonstrated experience performing Magnetic Resonance Imaging examinations in a hospital or clinical environment.
• Ability to work under the general supervision of a Radiologist and manage complex imaging examinations involving patients with acute illness injury or physical limitations.
• Proficiency in Magnetic Resonance Imaging patient positioning protocol selection image evaluation and clinical documentation.

Education Required:

• Completion of a full-time diagnostic radiologic technology training program of at least twenty-four (24) months in duration evidenced by a certificate or associate degree from a program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology or another accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• May require bending stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs.

Other Special Qualifications:

• Must be able to read write and speak English to effectively communicate.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
• Pass/possess VA Public Trust Clearance.

Additional Information :

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicants background experience skills internal equity and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical dental vision and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International Health and Medical Services complies with all federal state and local minimum wage laws

International Health and Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal state and local laws. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time