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Description Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) MRI Technologist PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Benefits HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation., • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more., • Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny, • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing, • Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts, • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), • Employee Stock Purchase Plan, • Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships, • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships), • Colleague recognition program, • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) MRI Technologist PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise! Job Summary and Qualifications The MRI Technologist performs a variety of technical procedures that require rational independent judgement, ingenuity, and initiative in performing magnetic resonance images and Radiographic images with basic departmental functions and goals. What you will do in this role: • Knowledgeable in MRI screening and safety, biomedical implants (e.g. pacemakers, clips, ferrous foreign bodies, prior diagnostic or surgical procedures, placement of conductors, (e.g. ECG leads, coils, cables), cryogen safety, emergency procedures (e.g. quench, fire), climate control (temperature, humidity) gauss lines, magnetic shielding, RF shielding, and biological considerations (RF field, specific absorption rate (SAR), biological effects, FDA guidelines)., • Demonstrates competency in date acquisition and processing., • Demonstrates appropriate equipment disinfection between patients., • Demonstrates proper procedure for contrast injection., • Demonstrates knowledge of patient assessment, monitoring and management, vital signs, physical signs and symptoms, sedated patients, and claustrophobic patients., • Demonstrates knowledge of emergency response, reactions to contrast, and cardiac/respiratory arrest., • Demonstrates competency for pulse sequences, spin echo, conventional spin echo, fast spin echo (FSE) STIR, FLAIR, Gradient recall echo (GRE), echo planar imaging (EPI)., • Demonstrates competency in data manipulation, k-space mapping and filling, fourier transformation 3-D post processing, maximum intensity projection (MIP), cardiac analysis., • Demonstrates competency in diffusion, perfusion, spectroscopy, and MRI imaging., • Demonstrates use of universal precautions and other precautions as appropriate. What qualifications you will need: • Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiological Technology and/or related field, • Current ARRT(R)(MRI) or ARMRIT registry required, • Current BCLS certification required, • Two years Radiological Technology experience is required in this field As the first hospital in Pearland, Texas, ___ is proud to provide healthcare resources to the south Houston communities. Our 50+ bed hospital isn’t just a neighborhood hospital, but we are an exceptional full-service hospital that happens to be in your neighborhood. Our hospital provides expert emergency care, breast cancer screening, and cardiology services. Our emergency department provides fast and effective care, our women’s diagnostic imaging center provides full-service mammogram procedures, including diagnostic and 3D mammograms, for effective breast cancer screening, and our cardiology team is home to some of the top Houston cardiologists. HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland aspires to connect with each one of our patients to build a network of caring individuals. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our MRI Technologist PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

Job DescriptionSalary: SUMMARY To provide high quality ultrasound studies in an efficient and timely manner. Must have an in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the heart and vascular system. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Provides high quality cardiac ultrasound images of the heart and great vessels, assessment of myocardial function, recording of hemodynamic measurements, and visualization of blood flow using 2D, M-mode, color-flow and spectral Doppler. * Performs high quality ultrasound exams of the cerebral and peripheral blood vessels * Uses patient identification techniques to identify patient, uses the worklist and ensures safety and privacy during all procedures * Able to adequately explain test procedures and answer patient questions regarding ultrasound exams * Independently performs Echocardiograms, Carotid doppler, and Lower/Upper extremity venous studies according to policy and procedure * Comply with all IAC standards for the echo/vascular laboratory as applicable * Able to recognize emergent results and give a preliminary report to the reading cardiologist and/or referring physicians office * Able to transfer studies from the ultrasound machine to the PACS storage for the reading cardiologist to interpret in a timely manner * Able to navigate through the ultrasound reporting system and help solve basic problems with the system * Merge studies to the appropriate order if needed * Place study in patient folder with patient name, medical record number and physician name * Print and edit studies in the reporting system * Burn CDs for echo/vascular studies as needed * Clean and sanitize equipment and work area after each patient use and as needed ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES * Utilizes patient worklist appropriately * Able to troubleshoot equipment for minor repairs * Initiate technical support when needed for ultrasound machine and/or storage system * Able to maintain adequate par values of supplies and restock as necessary for ultrasound rooms * Answer unattended departmental telephones as necessary * Performs other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS * Must have excellent critical thinking and decision making skills * Must have excellent time management and organizational skills * Must have excellent interpersonal skills including excellent customer service to both patients and co-workers EDUCATION, LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION * Registered with ARDMS as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS/AE) and/or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or with CCI as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS) with >2 years clinical experience, preferred * Must have current CPR certification or within 3 months of hire CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SCIENCE, ART & SERVICE OF MEDICINE Customer Service: Enhances the customer experience, good communicator, listens to others, professional and ethical, tactful, respectful, positive attitude, service oriented and responsive to staff and customer needs, focused on customer satisfaction Teamwork: Works well with others, cooperative Problem Solving: Identifies problems and seeks solutions, has vision for new improved processes, creative, innovative Initiative: Self-motivated, seeks opportunities for improvement Responsibility/Accountability: Willingness to adapt to change, takes ownership of daily operations, meets deadlines, follows-through, strives for excellence, dependable Leadership: Leads by example, role model, inspires others with positive attitude, motivates, flexible thinking, receptive to new perspectives, advises others on appropriate action, ability to make sound decisions, has long-term focus

Job Description Position:Vascular SonographerLocation:Houston, TX (and our other locations in the greater Houston area)Schedule:Full-Time and Part-Time positionsSalary:Competitive Salary & Bonus ProgramBenefits:Health, Dental, Vision, EAP, 401(k), FSA, Costco, AAA, etc. ABOUT US With a growing network of locations, both the Vascular Institutes and California Foot & Ankle Centers (CALFAC) provide comprehensive care and surgery, including advanced wound care and amputation-prevention therapies, lower extremity peripheral nerve surgery, vascular medicine, and reconstructive surgery. We have been serving patients for over 60 years, building a loyal patient base keeping our clinic and surgery center locations busy with little to no marketing during that time. Our highly-competent doctors and medical staff all believe in giving a caring approach to each patient, as well as our utilizing the most modern technology available. Further, we conduct clinical trials and research at all of our locations. As a part of our team, you will be welcome in working with us for years to come as we do good work in our communities. We value team building, and our staff oftimes engages in after work activities in order to build relationships and play an essential role in our community. JOB BRIEF The Vascular Institute of Houston is seeking a vascular sonographer to join our growing and dynamic team! The sonographer follows clearly defined diagnostic sonography procedures to deliver high quality images to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prevention of peripheral arterial and venous disease. Integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to execute safe and precise procedures to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Most work will be normal business hours. But sometimes weekend work will be required, based on when procedures are scheduled. As a member of our team, we all provide a high level of efficient patient care, while always presenting a caring, ethical, and professional experience for the patients, doctors and other team members. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES • Independently perform comprehensive diagnostic vascular ultrasound exams which primarily include but are not limited to lower extremity arterial and venous duplex (including evaluation for venous insufficiency), as well as carotid duplex, • Assist physician/provider during ultrasound guided endovenous procedures (RFA and Varithena/sclerotherapy), • Assess the patient and correlate the clinical history with the test to be performed, • Prepare patients for examinations and explains procedures to patients, • Ensure safety, mental and physical comfort of the patient while in the sonographer's care, • Utilize written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally with providers/physicians or other members of the team, • Transfer studies to PACS and complete official preliminary reports in a timely manner EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS • Graduation from an accredited formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or equivalent, • education/experience, • Minimum 2 years clinical/practical experience as a vascular sonographer, echo experience is a plus, • MUST be proficient in the following non-invasive vascular studies - lower extremity arterial duplex, lower extremity venous duplex (including evaluation for venous insufficiency), carotid duplex, • MUST have experience in endovenous ablations (RFA and Varithena/sclerotherapy), • RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) through ARDMS or RVS (Registered Vascular Specialist) through CCI required, • RPhS (Registered Phlebology Sonographer) through CCI not required, but is a plus, • BLS (Basic Life Support) required upon hire PROFESSIONALISM □ Must have strong organizational and time management skills □ Ability to work on multiple tasks and meet deadlines □ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision □ Excellent communication skills □ Detail-oriented a must □ Ability to maintain strict confidentiality as required □ Be a team player □ Drive: Self-starter with initiative to assist in practice development, and to create motivation within the clinic team □ Collaboration: Ability to work within a team setting and leverage strengths of other to accomplish objectives □ Interpersonal skills: Approachable, able to establish rapport easily, demonstrates empathy and active listening skills PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, handle documents, bend and stoop as needed, and reach with hands and arms. The position requires use of keyboard and computer regularly. Strong vision abilities to perform extensive computer-related work. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

RELOCATE TO VIRGINIA OPPORTUNITY Join our esteemed team of healthcare professionals committed to advancing healthcare through cutting-edge research, comprehensive training, and compassionate care. UVA Health is an integrated health system with a world-class academic medical center that includes a level 1 trauma center, a level IV NICU, the first NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in Virginia, and UVA Health Children's, the #1 pediatric hospital in Virginia. UVA Health also encompasses three community hospitals, a specialty rehabilitation hospital, and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Virginia. UVA Health consists of UVA Health University Medical Center, UVA School of Medicine, UVA School of Nursing, UVA Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, UVA Community Health, and UVA Physicians Group. Through teaching and research, we continue to advance medicine and innovate excellence while providing high-quality care in communities across the state. An Exceptional Place to Call Home Nestled amid the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, Charlottesville and Albemarle County offer a welcoming community, rich cultural opportunities, and an enviable lifestyle. Enjoy award-winning culinary experiences, vibrant local music, and historic landmarks, surpassing many larger cities in charm and amenities. Charlottesville Accolades: * “#1 City in America” (Frommer's) * “Best Place to Live Among Small Cities” (Money magazine) * “Top 15 Happiest Places to Live in the U.S.” (Outside Magazine) * “Top Ten Cities That Have It All” (A&E TV) * “Top 10 Best College Towns” (WalletHub) * “#2 Best Small College Town” (WalletHub) * “Healthiest Place to Live” (Kiplinger) * “Hottest for Fitness” (Newsweek) * “Best Place to Raise a Family” (Readers' Digest) * “2023 Wine Region of the Year” (Wine Enthusiasts) * “Top 10 Greenest Cities” (Streetdirectory.com) * “Top 5 Best Digital Cities” (Center for Digital Government) * “Top 50 Best Places to Launch a Small Business” (Money Magazine) We offer competitive compensation, generous relocation assistance, an inclusive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. Do you have the expertise and passion to contribute to our mission? * Professional Excellence: Thrive in a collaborative environment with access to state-of-the-art resources. * Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package designed to support your personal and professional well-being. * Career Development: Participate in continuous learning and development opportunities to advance your career. Click Apply Now to learn more about this opportunity at UVA Health.

1\. Role Overview Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI research lab on a project to advance frontier chemistry problem-solving. We are looking for chemistry experts who hold a PhD or Master’s degree, or have experience participating in the International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO). The goal of this project is to create novel, clear, and challenging Olympiad-style chemistry problems that cause the frontier AI models to fail (i.e. generate an incorrect response) and support the training of cutting-edge AI models. This is a short-term, high impact, remote opportunity for those excited about applying their expertise to frontier AI research, with the possibility of extension based on performance. ## 2\. Key Responsibilities - Write original & advanced IChO-style chemistry problems to challenge frontier AI models - Evaluate AI-generated solutions for correctness, clarity and style and identify where models fail - Identify logical flaws, incomplete reasoning, or insufficiently-rigorous proofs - Provide clear, concise, and correct solutions & chain of thought reasoning using proper LaTeX formatting - Maintain extremely high standards of precision and problem difficulty ## 3\. Required Qualifications Note: Applicants must be highly proficient in writing and formatting documents using LaTeX You are a good fit for the project if you have any of the following experiences: - Have a Master’s or PhD in chemistry (or a related field), or are an Olympiad participant or medalist in the IChO (preferred) or equivalent competitions (AsChO, EChO, EUSO, IJSO, NChO, UKChO, USNCO, CCO, INChO, RChO and MChO). Other qualifications: - Deep understanding of your domain’s core theoretical and experimental concepts - Ability to articulate reasoning and derivations clearly in written form - Strong ability to evaluate the rigor and complexity of chemistry problems - Rigorous attention to detail in verifying solutions ## 4\. More About the Opportunity - Expected commitment: 20 hours/week minimum; up to 40 hours/week available - Approximate project length: ~2 months, with extension potential - Rolling start dates; setup typically within 1–2 days of approval ## 5\. Compensation & Contract Terms - $60-80/hr dependent on experience + performance - Open to contributors worldwide (English proficiency required) - Independent contractor engagement - Payments issued weekly via Stripe Connect ## 6\. Application Process - Submit your resume or CV highlighting chemistry background and relevant achievements - Complete a brief interview (20–30 minutes) - Submit a short form detailing your experience writing problems and competing in chemistry competitions - Selected applicants will be contacted within a few days with next steps ## 7\. About Mercor - Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations. - Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. - Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have partnered with Mercor to contribute to frontier projects shaping the next era of AI. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.