MRI Technologist - Evening Shift

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

Job summary

Live Well Homecare is seeking an MRI Technologist in Wilkes-Barre, PA to perform magnetic resonance imaging procedures for diagnosis, research, or therapy. The role emphasizes safety, image quality, and adherence to protocols.

The candidate will operate MRI equipment, prepare patients, and analyze imaging data while maintaining confidentiality and teamwork with healthcare staff. A strong commitment to patient care and safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in routine and complex MRI tasks.
• Strong attention to safety and commitment to quality care.

Responsibilities

• Obtain correct patient identification, prepare patients, and document clinical history while maintaining confidentiality.
• Utilize appropriate imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and apply ALARA principles to maximize safety and image quality.
• Prepare and administer medications via vascular access as prescribed, and evaluate images for quality and proper positioning.
• Verify data transfer and archival, assist with magnetic resonance interventional procedures, and educate/monitor students and healthcare providers.
• Apply magnetic resonance safety principles to minimize risks, select pulse sequences based on protocols, and participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

MRI procedures

Patient safety

Quality care

Education

Radiologic Technology Specialty Training Program

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

MRI equipment

Job description

Role Overview:

An MRI Technologist is responsible for performing magnetic resonance imaging procedures to assist in diagnosis, research, or therapy. They operate MRI equipment, acquire and analyze imaging data, and ensure patient safety and proper procedure execution.

Role Overview:

An MRI Technologist is responsible for performing magnetic resonance imaging procedures to assist in diagnosis, research, or therapy. They operate MRI equipment, acquire and analyze imaging data, and ensure patient safety and proper procedure execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain correct patient identification, prepare patients, and document clinical history while maintaining confidentiality.
• Utilize appropriate imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and apply ALARA principles to maximize safety and image quality.
• Prepare and administer medications via vascular access as prescribed, and evaluate images for quality and proper positioning.
• Verify data transfer and archival, assist with magnetic resonance interventional procedures, and educate/monitor students and healthcare providers.
• Apply magnetic resonance safety principles to minimize risks, select pulse sequences based on protocols, and participate in quality improvement activities.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Certifications from ARRT (MR), ARMRIT, or NMTCB (with MR endorsement) are required.
• Graduate of a Radiologic Technology Specialty Training Program; a Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
• Proficiency in routine and complex MRI tasks, strong attention to safety, and commitment to quality care are essential.