Job Information
Dignity Health MRI Technologist in Bakersfield, California
Overview
Founded by the Sisters of Mercy Mercy Hospitals have a history of caring for our community that goes back more than 100 years. We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services including minimally invasive and outpatient options. Our family of services includes the areas only inpatient oncology unit the Orthopedic Spine and Hand Center Family Birth Center the Lactation Support Center and retail store and many others. Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed facility located in downtown Bakersfield. Mercy Hospital Southwest is a 78-bed facility and the only hospital located in the rapidly growing area west of Highway 99. Mercy Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality compassionate care since 1910. Learn more at https://www.dignityhealth.org/central-california/locations/mercy-bakersfield.#bakersfieldRN
Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The MRI Technologist is responsible for performing MRI procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Interviews patients to obtain history for MRI compatibility explains procedures obtains signatures on necessary paperwork. Inputs patient information into the computer and chooses appropriate protocol adhering to physician orders. Assists in positioning the patients for the procedure.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
1-year MRI experience required.
Excellent verbal and written skills to facilitate communication with medical and technical personnel.
Must have the ability to read write and speak English.
MRI License, CA Radiology Technologist (R) (F), ARRT (R) (F) and CPR required.
Traveler (contracted staff do not require Fluoro).
Venipuncture required upon hire.
Demonstrated competency required within 30-days of hire.
MRITech
Pay Range
$51.56 - $60.74 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
