MRI Technologist - Evenings

Geisinger; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health benefits from day one

Job summary

Geisinger in Richmond, VA seeks an MRI Technologist to perform imaging with a focus on patient safety and accurate exam completion. The role includes operating IDX Imaging Suite, PACS, and coordinating with radiologists.

Required credentials include ARRT-MR and NMTCB/NMRT, with a specialty training program graduate preferred. A $25,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible applicants.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MRI procedures and safety standards.
• Ability to position patients for MRI and explain exams.
• Experience with IV contrast administration as directed by Radiologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI procedures including neuro, body, and extremity per Radiologist protocols.
• Enter data into IDX Imaging Suite and PACS.
• Conduct quality control tests and report equipment issues.

Skills

MRI knowledge

Patient positioning

Safety protocols

IV contrast

IDX Imaging Suite

Education

ARRT-MR

NMTCB/NMRT

Specialty training program

Tools

PACS

Job description

Job Summary

Up to $25,000 sign on bonus for eligible applicants!! Performs imaging procedures at a technical level. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned clinical area.

Job Duties

• Knowledge of the Magnetic Resonance imaging process and safety in the Magnetic Resonance environment.
• Provides protection to patients and personnel in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Prepares and positions patients for Magnetic Resonance procedure; thoroughly explains exam and answers patients' questions.
• Performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures including neuro, body, and extremity, following protocols set by a Radiologist.
• Performs venous access on all patients requiring IV contrast administration as directed by a Radiologist.
• Enters necessary data into radiology imaging system, IDX Imaging Suite, and picture archiving communcation system, Image Management Systems.
• Processes images as necessary.
• Ability to identify anatomy on images.
• Performs quality control tests of equipment; reports any irregularities.
• Notifies Team Leader and appropriate maintenance personnel of equipment malfunctions.
• Shares the responsibilities for ordering supplies; notifies appropriate personnel of supply levels.
• Acts as a Radiology liaison; provides radiological support to physicians as requested; refers problems to Team Leader.
• Imaging exams and procedure tray set up require access and handling of non-controlled medications.

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.

Position Details

The following certifications are needed upon hire:Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT)and (ARRT)-MROrAmerican Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)or primary ARRT-MRCertification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB)and (ARRT)-MRCertification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB)and ARMRITEducationGraduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required)

About Geisinger

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.