Full Job Description
Siemens Healthineers is hiring a technologist that is dual certified in MR and CT. In this role, the successful candidate will serve to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of a staff MR and CT Technologist at University Hospitals, Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute Center for Advanced Heart & Vascular Care. Primarily, performing cardiovascular MRI examinations while also providing coverage for cardiovascular CT examinations in accordance with ALARA principles and department processes and protocols. The candidate will ensure expert clinical scanning, deliver customer and patient care excellence, and represent Siemens Healthineers and Clinical Education with professionalism with a focus on delivering positive customer experience.
The candidate will work with the Director of Cardiovascular MR and CT at UH/HHVI, UH staff, the MR and CT Siemens Clinical Education Team and Management, the MR and CT Competency Management Specialist, and Service Management to promote positive customer engagement and sharing of knowledge and expertise. The candidate will perform MR and CT Technologist duties as listed.
Job duties of an MRI and CT Technologist may include but are not limited to:
- Performs MRI and CT diagnostic imaging procedures on appropriate anatomical regions according to department procedures and protocols
- Perform examination of patients of all ages from pediatrics to geriatrics for the purpose of assisting in the diagnosis of patient illness.
- Support new software technology and evaluate protocols to improve image quality
- Locating and recording internal elements of the body, and identifying any anomalies indicative of disease, injury, or other medically significant conditions
- Provide excellent patient care during MR and/or CT procedure
- Monitoring the patient for potentially dangerous physical and emotional changes
- Evaluating test results for clarity and accuracy
- Reviewing tests with peers and physicians
- Informing physicians of preliminary findings as requested according to department procedures
- Distributing completed test results to physicians and service providers
- Preparing diagnostic information for physician interpretation
- Maintaining patient charts, entering diagnosis and billing codes, logging data into patient information systems, and updating file systems for tests performed
- Instructing patients in pretest preparation, answering questions, and explaining procedures
- Maintain compliance with Siemens, Hospital, and departmental policies and procedures
- Complete regulatory and core process documents in a timely fashion.
- Maintaining equipment according to Infection Control procedure
- Maintains technical competency through continued education and participation in Siemens training programs
- Under guidance and approval of site Radiologist/Cardiologist, administers contrast agents according to site-specific protocols
- Maintains current permits and licenses to practice in all states in which services are performed
- Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots problems. Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members
- Follows quality assurance guidelines and maintains patient confidentiality
- Performs additional duties as required
- Interact with client personnel and team members in an autonomous responsible, professional and ethical manner
- Knowledge of sterile and surgical procedures.
- Knowledge of MRI and CT equipment and safety in MRI and CT environment.
- Must be flexible, reliable and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative.
Base Experience & Job Criteria:
- ARRT dual certified Technologist in MR and CT/or ARRT certified in MR or CT but must be registry eligible in the other modality
- Cardiac experience preferred but willing to train in cardiac for both MR and CT.
- Minimum of 2 years MRI and / or CT clinical experience.
- Successful completion of AMA-sponsored School of Radiologic Technology program
- BS/BA in related discipline, or advanced degree, where required, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certification may be required in some areas.
- Siemens MR system experience preferred
- Cardiac clinical experience a plus but willing to train in MR and CT
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal needed
- Multiple shifts available-Shift: Monday- Friday (no weekends), to include 11:30am – 8:00pm EST with a 7% shift differential.
- Relocation assistance provided.
- Sign-On Bonus may be offered based on business needs, availability, and candidate experience.
The base pay range for this position is:
$81,180 - $111,617
Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
If this is a commission eligible position the commission eligibility will be in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan. Commissions are based on individual performance and/or company performance.
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan. life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time.