MRI Technologist Full Time Days

Commonwealth Health; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Health seeks an MRI Technologist for Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. This full-time daytime role requires overseeing MRI procedures, ensuring patient safety, and communicating with radiologists. The candidate should have an accredited MRI-certified program and ARRT MRI certification, with 2+ years MRI experience preferred.

Join a hospital imaging team dedicated to accuracy, safety, and patient care, with BLS certification required and a focus on professional conduct and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of staff technologist experience preferred.
• Advanced registry/certification in MRI required or within six months of training.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI procedures with understanding of anatomy, physiology and safety.
• Be the primary liaison between patient and radiologist; communicate effectively.

Skills

MRI experience (2+ years)

Education

Accredited Radiology/related program with MRI certification

Job description

JOB LOCATION – Wilkes-Barre General Hospital

JOB SHIFT – Full Time Days

POSITION PURPOSE

Perform magnetic resonance procedures while demonstrating an understanding of human cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, medical terminology and magnetic safety. The MR technologist relies on good communication skills to act as the primary liaison between the patient and the interpreting radiologist. The use of professional and ethical judgment and critical thinking allow the technologist to be a responsible member of the health care team

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Graduate of an accredited program in Radiology Technology, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Radiation Therapy, either hospital based or college degree program, with advanced training and certification in MRI required.

Experience / Specialized Skills / Aptitudes

• A minimum of two (2) years' experience as a staff technologist is preferred.
• Experience/certification/internship in MRI is preferred, however cross-training will be provided at the discretion of the Director/Medical Director of Imaging Services.
• Competency in components of radiography practice as appropriate; MRI safety and protection.
• Technical expertise; knowledge of anatomy, teach/instruct, manual dexterity, safety conscious, clerical accuracy, communication skills. IV Therapy skill competency

Licenses / Certificates

• Advanced registry/certification in MRI via the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• If cross-trained or internship in MRI, and registry eligible, must have advanced registry/certification in MRI within six (6) months of completion of MRI training.
• BLS required