Washington Regional Medical Center is our regions only locally governed, community-owned, not-for-profit healthcare system. Our system includes a 425-bed acute care hospital located in the heart of Fayetteville supported by our clinic system - including primary, specialty and urgent care operations - that span across Northwest Arkansas into Harrison and Eureka Springs. Being heavily supported and invested in our community makes Washington Regional a unique employer, encouraging staff to give back to the community in which we live and work and give back to each other.

Washington Regional Mission, Vision and Values prove to be a firm foundation and inspiration from which we fulfill our purpose.
Mission: Washington Regional is committed to improving the health of people in communities we serve through compassionate, high quality care, prevention and wellness education.
Vision: To be the leading healthcare system in Northwest Arkansas --- the best place to receive care and the best place to give care.
Values: To treat others patients and their families, visitors, physicians, and each other as we would want to be treated.

Position Summary
The role of the Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist reports to the Imaging Manager. This position is responsible for performing diagnostic MRI imaging.

Essential Position Responsibilities
Perform diagnostic MRI imaging in accordance with the imaging protocols established by the radiologists
Communicate any pertinent information to the radiologist to ensure patient receives quality care
Ensure the patient undergoes a thorough and proper pre-procedure screening process prior to entry of the scanning room (Zone IV)
Ensure any implanted patient device is MRI compatible and has been properly set to MRI mode prior to entering the scan room (Zone IV)
Review patient file to ensure patient identity is verified, physician orders are accurate, and appropriate exams are performed
Enter charges and documentation into the electronic medical record
Assist with other duties to ensure efficient workflow of the Imaging Department, as needed

Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited MRI technologist program with ARRT (MR) registry OR ARRT (R) with advanced ARRT (MR) registry preferred but not required (MRI advanced ARRT registry must be obtained within one year of the date of hire).
Licensure and Certifications: BCLS, required. ARRT certification, required.
Experience: Previous MR experience preferred.