MRI Technologist

Introduction

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a MRI Technologist today with St. David's South Austin Medical Center.

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free Air Med medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on up to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee‑only coverage to full‑time and part‑time colleagues based on income.

Note:

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

The MRI Technologist shall be responsible for performing MRI—Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures in accordance with standards and practice set forth by the Medical Director of Radiology and Department Policies and Procedures. Provides training for Level One MR Safety Trained Personnel. The MRI Technologist demonstrates knowledge of the human structure and functions, patient care, positioning, principles of electromagnetic and computer sciences, magnetic protection and specialized techniques.

Applies appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. The MRI Technologist will also perform duties of Medical Radiographer when not performing MRI exams.

• Demonstrate excellence by consistently producing MRI images of diagnostic quality on patients ranging from neonatal to geriatric.
• Follow established scanning protocols and operate the MRI scanner and related equipment efficiently and effectively.
• Complete quality scans in a timely manner, effectively organizing and prioritizing workflow to meet STAT and urgent demands.
• Demonstrate proficiency in scanning trauma, acute & challenging patients; possess skill to modify positioning and scanning factors when standard cannot be performed.
• Possess knowledge of disease processes and image these findings adequately; communicate them to the radiologist.
• Demonstrate accountability for clinical responsibilities and safety practices in the MR department.

• Graduate of an American Medical Association‑approved program in Radiologic Technology.
• Completion of courses in MRI—Magnetic Resonance Imaging and cross‑sectional anatomy.

• One year of experience performing MRI—Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures.

• Certified in Radiology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) by the Association of Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
• MRI post‑primary certifications required 1 year post MRI assignment.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

St. David's South Austin Medical Center, which is part of St. David's Health Care, is a 368‑bed acute‑care…