MRI Technologist - Healthplex Woodbine - Part Time - Rotation

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled MRI Technologists to join their dedicated team. In this vital role, you will utilize advanced imaging technology to perform magnetic resonance imaging, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety. Your expertise will contribute to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans while working in a collaborative environment that values excellence, innovation, and kindness. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and diverse workplace committed to the health and well-being of the community.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits from day one

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Collaborative work environment

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• ARRT or NMTCB certification required upon hire.
• 1+ years of related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI procedures and ensure patient safety during exams.
• Evaluate images for quality and assist licensed practitioners.

Skills

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Patient Safety

Technical Quality Evaluation

Medication Administration

MRI Safety Knowledge

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field of Study

Tools

Radiologic Technology Equipment

MRI Safety Equipment

Job description

Job Summary: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologists are responsible for the use of radiofrequencies within a magnetic field for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes. MRI technologists perform magnetic resonance imaging and acquire and analyze data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Magnetic resonance technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of magnetic resonance imaging procedures. They prepare, administer, and document activities related to medications in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy. Day and or Evening Shift.

Job Duties

• 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).
• Prepares and/or administers 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.
• Educates and monitors students and other health care providers.
• Applies principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Assists the licensed practitioner with magnetic resonance interventional procedures.
• Performs magnetic resonance imaging procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Selects 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.

Position Details

• 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.

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)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body

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 of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.