MRI Technologist | Forbes Hospital

Highmark Health; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled MRI Technologist to perform imaging procedures with precision and care. In this role, you will utilize your technical expertise to analyze imaging results, ensuring high-quality outcomes while educating patients throughout the process. This position offers a competitive sign-on bonus and the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that values patient care and professional development. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and possess the necessary certifications, this is the perfect opportunity for you to advance your career.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Radiography Certification or MRI Certification through ARRT is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI imaging procedures with independent judgment.
• Educate patients about procedures and monitor their condition.

Skills

MRI Imaging

Patient Care

Analytical Skills

Technical Procedures

Education

Associate's Degree

Radiography Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

Sign on Bonus Eligible: $10,000 (2 year commitment)

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:

1. 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%)

2. Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. (25%)

3. 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%)

4. 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%)

5. 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.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

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.