MRI Technologist - Evenings

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits including vision and dental

Healthcare coverage from day one

Job summary

Geisinger in Wilkes-Barre is seeking a qualified professional to perform imaging procedures at a technical level. Responsibilities include patient preparation, performing Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and ensuring safety in the imaging environment.

The role requires certification as a Radiologic Technologist and offers healthcare benefits from day one. New graduates and experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• One of the required certifications: ARRT, NMTCB, or ARMRIT.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT‑R or primary ARRT‑MR or NMTCB or ARMRIT.
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of Magnetic Resonance imaging process and safety.
• Provides protection to patients and personnel during procedures.
• Prepares and positions patients for procedures, explains exams.
• Performs imaging procedures following protocols set by Radiologist.
• Enters data into imaging systems and processes images.
• Performs quality control tests of equipment and manages supplies.

Skills

Communication

Diagnostic Imaging

Medical Equipment Management

Preceptor Skills

Radiation Safety

Radiology

Working Independently

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program‑Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's Degree—Related Field of Study

Job description

Location: Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre (GSWB) Shift: Evenings (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Worker Type: Regular Exemption Status: No

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 Archive Communication System Image Management Systems.
• Processes images as necessary.
• Identifies anatomy on images.
• Performs quality control tests of equipment; reports any irregularities.
• Notifies Team Leader and appropriate maintenance personnel of equipment malfunctions.
• Shares 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.
• Complies with all organization policies and procedures.

Position Details

• One of the following certifications is required upon hire: American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT), Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Certification Board (NMTCB), American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
• New graduates must obtain ARRT‑R registry or primary ARRT‑MR or NMTCB or ARMRIT prior to first day of employment.
• Applicants hired after March 10, 2024, must complete steps required for advancing to level 2, including advanced certification, within 24 months.

Education

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

Experience

Minimum of 1 year—Related work experience (Preferred).

Skills

• Communication
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Medical Equipment Management
• Preceptor Skills
• Radiation Safety
• Radiology
• Working Independently

Benefits

We offer healthcare benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partners.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability or veteran status.

Non‑Discrimination Statement

This position is not a visa‑sponsored position and does not qualify for a J‑1 waiver. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.