Technologist, Medical I

Company: SSM Health
Location: Chesterfield
Posted on: March 9, 2026

Job Description:

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Sign On Bonus*: $ 20,000 with 1 years’ experience ($15,000 with less than 1 year) Paid in full on 1st pay check · Schedule:? days full time · Pay Range starts at: $32.48/hour Daily pay available! · Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts? · Location: MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Completion of Radiology program and ARRT-R credential as well as ARMRIT or ARRT-MR within 12 months of hire date. Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify. * * Under the direction of the Radiologist, Director, and Manager performs diagnostic medical imaging by magnetic resonance including Cardiac MRI, Interoperative MRI or invasive procedures. Position Accountabilities and Performance Criteria (Percent of Time) Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria: F) Produces quality images in a consistent manner. G) Serves as a resource to co-workers. H) Assesses for vein/site selection and initiates venipuncture per established standards. Documents venipuncture site/contrast in RIS per established departmental guidelines. Knows MR anatomical landmarks and able to recognize abnormalities and alert radiologist as needed. K) Maintains proficiency in the utilization of the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). 2) Observes establishes departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program safety, environmental and infection control standards. (A) Runs appropriate quality control procedures, evaluates results and makes appropriate corrections. B) Notifies supervisor when quality issues arise. C) Demonstrates attitude of cooperation and professionalism when working in any area of the hospital. 4) Uses Hospital/Radiology system according to established policy. (A) Ability to input and retrieve information from HIS/Radiology information system. C) Recognizes and reports computer malfunction. D) Provides training and direction to staff as necessary. F) Performs 3D workstation duties as prescribed by examination. 5) Follows hospital and radiology policies: handles bio-hazardous waste appropriately, and follows safety and infection control policies. (B) Adheres to hospital and radiology safety and infection control policies. D) Uses protective equipment as needed. 6) Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and infection control policies. (B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards. C) Reports risk management concerns. Safety/Fire Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous, and respectful manner. (A) Demonstrates respect and compassion for our internal and external customers while delivering prompt, courteous service. B) Recognize the needs and expectations of our customers and considers the diverse needs of others regarding culture, religion, disability, etc. H) Discuss information in private areas only. 8) Performance Improvement (QI): Incorporates Quality Assessment into one’s daily work. (A) Wisely and responsibly utilize the resources within the facility. Take care of equipment and report problems to result in a longer usage life. C) Reviews departmental PI, OA, and QC monthly during departmental meetings and by reviewing posted information. D) Provides data to manager for monthly Performance Improvement daily. x__Infant __x___Child __x___Adolescent __x___Adult __x___Geriatric A) Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department. B) Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age specific data to identify patient needs. E) Demonstrates ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the department assigned. language). 10) Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury. (Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application. Provides for trial release and removal of restraints as soon as possible. Incorporates patients cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management plan. Consider other methods of pain control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy. Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician & Risk Management, and recommends appropriate consultation (psychiatric, Social Work) for evaluation. 11) Uses communication effectively with others, medical staff, co-workers and patients. (B) Is the subject on more than one valid complaint per year from other radiology/hospital personnel regarding cooperation? D) Effectively serves as a resource person for department. 14) Explain procedures and provide information to customers. (C) Invite customers to ask questions or raise concerns. C) Limit conversation in presence of customers to specific work situation. D) Avoid discussing internal hospital issues, personal problems, department conflicts or personal social activities in the presence of customers. E) Be publicly supportive of the organization, colleagues, and physicians. F) Avoid jokes, language, literature that could be construed as offensive by others. 16) Maintains environment conductive to good customer relations. (B) Remove soiled linens from patient area immediately. C) Report all maintenance needs for equipment, environmental deficiencies or safety concerns to the appropriate party immediately. D) Follow paging policy. G) When customers appear lost or confused aid. 17) Respect customer privacy and confidentiality. (D) Assure patient privacy when taking personal, financial information by conducting such interviews in a private manner. E) Keep medical testing, financial, and other personal information confidential, and avoid discussing in public areas, i.e., F) Avoid discussing customer’s condition, finances, or other personal matters with others not directly concerned. A) Greet customer and inform them of estimated length of wait. If long wait is apparent offer customer alternatives to long wait, i.e., hospital cafeteria, gift shop, rescheduling, etc. B) Offer and inform the customer of why they are waiting and what the next step in the process is. beverages, blankets, magazines, etc. to waiting customers when appropriate. D) Keep waiting customers informed of their status and frequent intervals as established by department standards. 19) Respond quickly to requests and complaints. (B) Know what resources to use in following up various request or complaint situations. C) When receiving complaints, get person’s name, number, and ask how they want to complaint resolved. D) When responding to a request or complaint, states the time frame in which you will follow up and then meet commitment. E) When appropriate, call periodic, “time outs” to discuss team performance. new employees, temporary help, etc. 1) The performance of this function is the reason the job exists. 2) There are limited employees among whom the performance of this function can be distributed. 7) Exposure to blood borne pathogens that require the use of protective equipment. 8) Exposure to tuberculosis that requires the use of protective equipment. High school, Associates degree preferred or Graduate of Accredited MR program and MR Certification eligible Must have applicable MR experience with various advanced magnetic resonance imaging equipment, 1-3 years MR experience in a level 1 trauma facility preferred, previous academic facility experience preferred REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: BLS, ARRT, additional certification in MR preferred or Graduate of Accredited MR program. Those without ARRT and Graduates of an accredited MR program will be given twelve (12) months to obtain the MR certification as a condition of employment. Ability to deal with strenuous and physical activity daily in lifting, pulling, pushing, patients, radiographic equipment cassettes and/or supplies. Furthermore, the duties and responsibilities for this job classification are subject to change at the discretion of the medical center. Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) ARRT-MR Magnetic Resonance Imaging - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) 4201000037 MRI SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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