MRI Technologist - Advanced Imaging & Patient Care

St. Luke's University Health Network; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform MRI examinations and ensure continuity of care under the supervision of the Section Chief and Manager.

The role requires knowledge of RIS/HIS and PACS, patient education, and the ability to assess safety and quality. Two years of technologist experience and ARRT accreditation are preferred; advanced MRI registry within 1 year of hire is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an ARRT-recognized education program; advanced MRI registry required within 1 year.
• Two years of staff technologist experience; 1 year MRI experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the successful technical continuity of care for patients receiving MRI studies.
• Communicates to radiologists clinical observations made during MRI examination. Presents clinical history as recorded on appropriate documentation to radiologist.
• Demonstrates competency in venipuncture skill for patients requiring contrast administration during MRI studies.
• Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to their job responsibilities.
• Assists in gathering, recording data and serving as committee member for Radiology Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement program.
• Accurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information is available resulting in excellent continuity of care for patients.
• Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs.
• Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination.
• Accountable for quality of digital images sent to PACS. Verify correct patient is selected from worklist, ensures accuracy of Medical Record information prior to being sent to PACS.
• Reviews patient safety checklist prior to patient’s study.
• Responsible for the success of the department to achieve Press Ganey goal. Every patient should receive patient education and your personalized business card.

Skills

Venipuncture

RIS/HIS modules

PACS

Quality Assurance

Patient education

Education

ARRT certification/registry

Tools

PACS

RIS/HIS

Job description

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform MRI examinations and ensure continuity of care under the supervision of the Section Chief and Manager.

The role requires knowledge of RIS/HIS and PACS, patient education, and the ability to assess safety and quality. Two years of technologist experience and ARRT accreditation are preferred; advanced MRI registry within 1 year of hire is required.