MRI Technologist (Casual) | Saint Vincent Hospital

Allegheny Health Network; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks an MRI Technologist (Casual) for Saint Vincent Hospital. This role involves performing MRI imaging procedures, requiring independent judgment and technical skills, while ensuring patient safety and understanding. Candidates must hold relevant certifications and be prepared to monitor patients throughout procedures.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's Degree or Certification and relevant Radiography Certification.
• MRI Certification required within 18 months of hire.
• Prior experience working as an MRI Technologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs prescribed MRI imaging procedures requiring technical skill.
• Analyzes imaging results and resolves quality issues.
• Educates patients regarding procedures and ensures cooperation.

Skills

Independent Judgment

Patient Education

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate’s Degree or Certification from technical school

Radiography Certification

MRI Certification within 18 months of hire

Job description

MRI Technologist (Casual) | Saint Vincent Hospital

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GENERAL OVERVIEW

Performs prescribed MRI imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment and initiative.

• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results. (50%)
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. (25%)
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. (15%)
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. (10%)
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Company

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Performs prescribed MRI imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment and initiative.

Essential Responsibilities

• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results. (50%)
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. (25%)
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. (15%)
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. (10%)
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum

• Associate’s Degree; or Certification from a technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Radiography Certification (R) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification and Registration (N) or Radiation Therapy Certification and Registration (RT) or MRI (MR) through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or any American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARMRIT)
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Certification through ARRT is required within 18 months of hire unless employee has obtained American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARMRIT). – Employees in a MRI role (prior to July, 1 2022) who do not have a MRI certification are not required to obtain them; employees in a MRI role with existing MRI certification are required to maintain active certifications. Employees hired, or transferred into the MRI role after July 1, 2022 are also required to maintain active certifications.
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
  
  

Preferred

• Prior experience working as a MRI Technologist
  
  

Disclaimer The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

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As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

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