MRI Technologist - GSACH - Per Diem Rotation

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist to join their clinical team. In this vital role, you will ensure the highest standards of patient care by preparing and administering medications, performing magnetic resonance imaging procedures, and utilizing appropriate imaging protocols. Your expertise in MRI safety and image evaluation will be crucial as you assist licensed practitioners and educate fellow health care providers. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment focused on patient safety and quality care. If you are passionate about advancing your career in a supportive clinical setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• ARRT or NMTCB certification required upon hire.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R or NMTCB before employment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety and proper imaging procedures are followed.
• Educate and monitor students and health care providers.

Skills

Patient Identification

Imaging Protocols

Medication Administration

Image Evaluation

Education and Monitoring

MRI Safety Principles

Assisting with Procedures

Pulse Sequence Selection

Education

ARRT Certification

NMTCB Certification

Job description

• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
• Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable.
• Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers.
• Applying principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Assisting the licensed practitioner with magnetic resonance interventional procedures.
• Performing magnetic resonance imaging procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Selecting appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
• MRI safety knowledge and participates in MRI Safety implant investigation and approval process.

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. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) or Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Certification Board (NMTCB) required upon hire.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registry or NMTCB 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.