Lead MRI Technologist at Northfield Hospital & Clinics – Northfield, Minnesota

Supervises: none Job Summary Successfully meet the needs of patients and families by delivering excellent patient care, performing diagnostic imaging procedures in a compassionate manner and in accordance with established practices. Works in tandem with the Diagnostic Imaging Director to provide the best patient care experience possible and supports the Diagnostic Imaging Staff in creating an enjoyable and productive work environment. Responsible for competency of staff and provides oversight to staff in diagnostic or specialty area. Duties include interviewing, scheduling staff, providing input for staff hires and performance reviews, directing daily work activities, ensuring quality, safety and regulatory compliance, and other related tasks. Perform all duties of the staff technologist for given area. Key Accountabilities

Provides excellent and compassionate patient care; demonstrates leadership and serves as a role model for staff, using time and resources effectively, and demonstrates a positive attitude;
Orients, mentors and assures proper training and complete competency testing of new and existing employees to ensure high level of competency among team members. Collaborates with Hospital Radiology Supervisor when staff quality/performance does not meet standards
Responsible for safety and quality assurance testing as required by regulatory agencies and/or manufacturer’s recommendations, proper cleaning and maintenance of equipment, coordination of equipment repair and participation in recommendation of new equipment.
Responsible for personal and professional development to ensure current knowledge required for the position, and is the source of expertise for given modality or specialty area.
Identifies opportunities for and participates in process and quality improvement initiatives, and supports new technology and department/organizational initiatives
Provides input for staff hires and performance reviews, coordinates and directs staff work activities and optimizes staff productivity.
Ensures continuity of care and establishes standard of practice and patient care. Promote staff growth, development and employee engagement in a supportive learning environment
Meets all role expectations of the staff technologist in applicable specialty area

Required Qualifications

ARRT (R)(MR) – ARRT registration in Radiology and MRI or RT plus completed NH+C MRI Competency verification and minimum two years of experience.
Must be enrolled in NH+C RQI program for BLS certification and complete the requirements within 90 days of enrollment. Must remain current (complete quarterly assignments prior to the end of each calendar quarter).
Initial Crisis Prevention Certification (CPI) within six months.
Workplace Violence education in New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter
Must be able to speak, read, and write English proficiently to ensure safe and effective communication in a healthcare environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Registration in given diagnostic or specialty area as noted above and a minimum of five years' experience

• 80 hours per two-week pay period
• 8-hour or 12-hour shifts
• Primarily day shifts while participating in evening and weekend coverage as needed

• Eligible for Shift Differential Pay in addition to base wage
• Paid Time Off accrued starting on first paycheck
• Medical, Dental, and Vision (discount plan) coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan (PERA) with 7.5% employer match
• Optional 457(b) Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Loan Forgiveness Eligibility – PSLF + MN state programs for qualifying roles
• Employer-Provided Certifications + Continuing Education
• Additional perks: Free On-Site Parking, Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC pharmacy items

This job posting is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities required of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Compensation, benefits, work schedules, and other terms and conditions of employment are subject to change in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and collective bargaining agreements, if applicable.

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