MRI Technologist

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger, a leading healthcare system, seeks an MRI Technologist to perform and assist in magnetic resonance imaging procedures, ensuring patient safety and data integrity. Responsibilities include medication handling, protocol application, and collaboration with licensed practitioners in MR procedures.

The role emphasizes educating students and staff, maintaining ALARA principles, and contributing to department priorities within a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required).
• Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years related work experience (Required).
• ARRT MR certifications and related credentials are required or eligible (per policy).

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct order, proper patient identification and exam prep.
• Apply imaging protocols while maintaining ALARA and patient safety.
• Prepare and administer medications as prescribed.
• Evaluate image quality and manage data transfer and storage.
• Educate and monitor students and other healthcare providers.
• Assist licensed practitioner with MR procedures.

Skills

Patient care

ALARA safety

Teaching/mentoring

Safety compliance

Education

Graduate from Radiologic Technology program

Bachelor's degree in related field (Preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

up to $25,000 sign on bonus for eligible applicants!! Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologists are responsible for the use of radiofrequencies within a magnetic field for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. MRI technologists performs magnetic resonance imaging and acquire and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Magnetic resonance technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of magnetic resonance imaging procedures. Magnetic resonance technologists prepare, administer and document activities related to medications in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.

up to $25,000 sign on bonus for eligible applicants!! Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologists are responsible for the use of radiofrequencies within a magnetic field for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. MRI technologists performs magnetic resonance imaging and acquire and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Magnetic resonance technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of magnetic resonance imaging procedures. Magnetic resonance technologists prepare, administer and document activities related to medications in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.

Job Duties

• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
• Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable.
• Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers.
• Applying principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Assisting the licensed practitioner with magnetic resonance interventional procedures.
• Performing magnetic resonance imaging procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Selecting appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
• Demonstrates commitment to department and organizational priorities.
• Fully proficient in all assigned routine and complex job duties.
• Participates in modality quality or process improvement activities.
  

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

The Following Certifications Are Needed Upon Hire

Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) and (ARRT)-MR
Or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)
or primary ARRT-MR
Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) and (ARRT)-MR
Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) and ARMRIT

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)

Experience

Minimum of 2 years-Related work experience (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist RT(R)(MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB); Certified MRI Technologist - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES:

Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.