Radiologic Technologist Job In Alamogordo, New Mexico
MRI Technologist (PRN)- 725005
Alamogordo, New Mexico 88310 Type of Facility: Hospital
- Prepares patient for procedures; providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
- Applies principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
- Selects and operates magnetic resonance imaging system, surface coils, physiologic gating devices, and associated equipment to achieve desired results.
- Positions patient and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.
- Immobilizes patients as required for appropriate examination.
- Selects appropriate pulsing sequences respecting established protocols and other factors influencing date acquisition parameters.
- Understands methods and is capable of performing venipunctures.
- In agreement with state statute and established protocol, administers alimentary and intravenous contrast media as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
- Verifies informed consent for and assists a licensed practitioner with interventional procedures.
- Practices aseptic techniques when necessary.
- Evaluates images and data for technical quality, manipulates display parameters, and provides a hard copy record of procedures assuring proper identification is evident.
Requirements
Education
Required:
High School
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred:
L-Magnetic Resonance MRT
C-BLS
L-Radiography RRT
C-ARRT - RT MR ARRT
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures.
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.
EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST
We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.