MRI Technologist

Where You’ll Work

Hello humankindness 

Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) 

Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.

Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care:

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As an MRI Technologist, you will be responsible for performing high-quality magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations to assist in diagnosing medical conditions.Every day you will prepare patients for scans, operate advanced MRI equipment, ensure patient safety in the magnetic environment, and accurately capture detailed anatomical images.To be successful, you will demonstrate expert technical proficiency in MRI, meticulous attention to detail for image quality and safety, and excellent patient communication to ensure a comfortable and effective diagnostic experience.

• Prepares patient for exam by providing clear and through explanation of exam to patient and interviewing, instructing, and communicating with patients and family members. Consistently practices "AIDET" when caring for patients.
• Consistently confirms identity of patient by utilizing two patient identifier process.
• Prepares and administers intravenous contrast according to policy by adhering to sterile technique and preparing for emergency treatment of allergic reaction by established policy.
• Utilizes departmental policies and procedures in meeting patient needs by maintaining proper quality utilization and risk management policies and practices and follows established protocols.
• Follows established safety protocols. Screens all patients, family members and others before entering the scanning environment. Ensure patient and visitor safety at all times. Maintains familiarity with MRI research process to clear metal devices. Stays current on MRI safety resources.
• Performs quality control by documenting systems failure and variances and communicates with lead to facilitate service when necessary.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate, 
• American Heart Association BLS Card within 30 Days 
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT or
• Registered Technologist Computed Tomography, or
• Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging, or
• Registered Technologist Vascualr Inteventional Rad

Preferred

• Associates Other Allied Health program, e.g., MRI, radiography,
• 1-3 years Performed MRI scanning in clinical environment