MRI Technologist

UPMC; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for an Imaging Technician to perform diagnostic imaging procedures with minimal supervision in Lititz. This role requires maintaining clinical competencies, ensuring patient safety, and effectively communicating with patients. A generous sign-on bonus is offered, making this an enticing opportunity in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Competently performs imaging procedures requiring independent judgment.
• Maintains clinical competencies for all exams and equipment.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with patients.

Responsibilities

• Performs imaging and diagnostic procedures with minimal supervision.
• Documents patient history and updates electronic records.
• Ensures proper coding and tracking of all exams performed.

Skills

Clinical competencies

Independent judgment

Interpersonal skills

Patient communication

Job description

UPMC offers a $15,000 sign on bonus with a 2-year commitment for new hires.

Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative for diagnostic purposes.

This position works Days/Evenings and rotations on Weekends, and Call (including call on holidays). Will Travel between Hospital and Outpatient Satellites for coverage.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains clinical competencies for all exams and equipment.
• Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data including the labeling /preparation/and administration of contrast. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.
• Prior to start of exam, reads and presents all relevant information to the physician based on protocol.
• Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all patient information is updated and documented in Rad Assessment, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.
• Practices and maintains MR safety in the department.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
• Performs procedures for reviewing processing and archiving.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation.