**Description** **Your Calling Awaits: Per Diem MRI Technologist at PeaceHealth in Beautiful Springfield, Oregon!** Are you a skilled MRI Technologist seeking a fulfilling opportunity to make a real difference in a supportive and mission-driven environment? Do you thrive in a community that embraces the outdoors and a balanced lifestyle? PeaceHealth, a leading healthcare system committed to holistic well-being, is seeking a compassionate and talented **Per Diem MRI Technologist** to join our team in Springfield, Oregon! **About the Role: A Narrative of Impact and Care** As a Per Diem MRI Technologist at PeaceHealth, you'll be an essential part of our diagnostic imaging team, playing a crucial role in providing accurate and timely information that guides patient care. This isn't just about operating equipment; it's about connecting with patients, understanding their needs, and ensuring they feel comfortable and informed throughout their MRI experience. You'll utilize your expertise to perform a wide range of routine and specialized MRI procedures, meticulously preparing exam rooms, integrating patient histories, and adapting exams to ensure the highest quality images. Your keen eye and ability to recognize abnormalities will be vital in ensuring additional studies are applied when necessary. Beyond the technical aspects, you'll be a source of patient education, providing clear instructions and empathetic support, and even contribute to training and educating staff and students. This variable position offers flexibility, allowing you to contribute your skills while maintaining a work-life balance that suits your needs. **Compensation & Benefits: Investing in Your Well-being** PeaceHealth values its caregivers and offers a competitive compensation package for this per diem role. The salary range for this position is **$45.42 – $67.85** per hour, with the hiring rate determined by several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. Plus, a 15% differential is available in lieu of benefits. As a per diem caregiver, you'll also have access to perks designed for your overall well-being, including: + 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions: Secure your future with our retirement savings program. + Wellness benefits: We support your health journey with various wellness resources. + Discount program: Enjoy exclusive discounts on a variety of products and services. + Expanded EAP and mental health program: Your mental well-being is a priority, and we offer robust support. **Key Responsibilities: Your Daily Impact** + Prepare, supply and equip exam room to meet the needs of requested examinations and to meet specific physician requirements for procedures. + Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required. + Integrates previous imaging studies, laboratory results, patient history and medical records to optimize exam. + Perform most appropriate examination based on patient information through consultation with interpreting physician and/or ordering physician as necessary. + Provides patient education and instruction prior to and after examination. Provide training/education to staff and students as indicated. + Demonstrates ability to adapt exam to address problems of patient care as they arise making decisions to appropriately resolve problems. Recognizes and ensures additional study and examination techniques are applied when abnormalities are present. + Operates MRI scanner for data acquisition, reconstruction and documentation of images, and performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images. + Applies the ACR Guidance Document for Safe MR Practices to ensure patient, visitor and caregiver safety. + Performs other patient care activities, duties and responsibilities as assigned consistent with Caregivers’ scope of practice, training, experience and license/certification/registration. + Performs other duties as assigned. **Skills & Qualifications: What You Bring** + Accredited School of Radiologic Technology or equivalent education/experience required for state certification/license/registration. + Minimum of 1 year of previous experience preferred. + Demonstrated venipuncture competency + Demonstrated knowledge of radiologic and MRI terminology, practices, procedures, physiology, and human cross-sectional anatomy + Demonstrated competency in computer-based programs related to MR applications + PACS/RIS knowledge + Required Upon Hire: ARRT - Radiography, _OR_ ARRT - Magnetic Resonance Imaging, _OR_ ARRT - Sonography, _OR_ Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist, _OR_ American Registry of MRI Technologists Certification. + ARRT (MR) certification is required within one year of hire (except for ARMRIT Technologists). + Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support (BLS). + Registered with the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI). Must maintain active registry with the State of Oregon OBMI. **PeaceHealth Culture: A Mission-Driven Community** At PeaceHealth, we are more than just a healthcare system; we are a community guided by a mission of compassionate care. We believe in serving the whole person, fostering an environment where caregivers feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, creating a workplace where everyone belongs and can thrive. Join us and experience a culture that champions teamwork, professional growth, and a shared commitment to improving the health of our communities. **Life in Springfield & the Pacific Northwest: Embrace the Best of Oregon** Imagine a lifestyle where vibrant community living meets breathtaking natural beauty! Springfield, Oregon, nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, offers a welcoming atmosphere with a strong sense of community. Enjoy local parks, diverse dining options, and easy access to Eugene's cultural scene. Beyond Springfield, the Pacific Northwest beckons with its unparalleled outdoor adventures. From the stunning Oregon Coast, perfect for beachcombing and whale watching, to the majestic Cascade Mountains offering hiking, skiing, and pristine lakes, there's an endless array of opportunities to explore. Immerse yourself in the region's lush forests, vibrant cities, and a culture that values sustainability, innovation, and a love for the outdoors. **Ready to bring your expertise to a team that truly cares? Apply today and become a vital part of the PeaceHealth mission in beautiful Springfield, Oregon!** For a complete description of this position or for questions, contact Andrea at atworek@peacehealth.org. **This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.** See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) . For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws. REQNUMBER: 112623