MRI Technologist I Part Time

Outpatient Imaging Affiliates; Collegeville (PA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shifts available

Job summary

Jefferson Outpatient Imaging in Collegeville, PA, seeks an experienced MRI Technologist for a 24 hour, part-time flex position at our outpatient imaging center. Join a patient-focused team and contribute to high-quality diagnostic imaging.

The role operates under the Radiology Medical Director, with responsibilities spanning patient care, image acquisition, QA, and education. ARRT/ARMIT with MR registration required; ALARA principles apply.

Qualifications

• Up to 5 years experience as an MRI Technologist.
• Associates degree in Radiology required.
• ARRT or ARMIT registration required; MR advanced registry upon hire for IDTF centers.

Responsibilities

• Receives, relays, and documents orders in the patient’s medical record.
• Corroborates clinical history with physician order and procedure details.
• Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures.
• Administers medications as prescribed under supervision.
• Applies ALARA to minimize exposure during MR procedures.
• Performs venipuncture and maintains IV access.
• Positions patient and performs procedures per MR protocols.
• Evaluates images for technical quality.
• Identifies and manages emergencies.
• Provides education to patients, students, and staff.
• Performs quality assurance activities.
• Conducts Creatinine clearance testing per MR protocols.
• Manages emergency shut-down procedures and quench responses.
• Selects pulse sequences based on protocols.
• Manipulates and reconstructs data for display and records.
• Maintains archival storage of data.
• Assists in stocking supplies.
• Follows Safety Standards for a safe environment.
• Instructs students and residents as needed.
• Maintains exam room appearance and readiness.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.
• Supports other modalities when workload allows.
• Attends staff meetings and center-wide meetings.

Skills

MRI protocols

Patient care

ALARA safety

Documentation

Teamwork

Communication

Anatomy knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Radiology

ARRT/ARMIT certification

Tools

PACS

EMR/Billing systems

Job description

Jefferson Outpatient Imaging - Collegeville is currently seeking an experienced MRI Technologist for a 24 hr Part-time Flex position at our outpatient imaging center located in Collegeville, PA.

Join an energetic, patient-focused team!

Collegeville, PA.

Schedule

• Monday: 6:30am-5pm
• Tuesday: 8:30am-4pm
• Wednesday: Off
• Thursday: Off
• Friday: 8:30am-4pm

Opportunities to pick up Weekend Shifts

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Radiology Medical Director, the MRI technologist: Performs routine to complex magnetic resonance procedures and related techniques, producing images at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner. Ensures services are performed in a safe environment in accordance with established guidelines and regulatory requirements. Serves as part of the imaging center team and seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Receives, relays, and documents verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient's medical record.
• Corroborates patient's clinical history with physician's order and procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. May also verify informed consent, if applicable.
• Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures.
• Identifies, prepares, and/or administers medications as prescribed by and under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Applies principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others, when taking radiographs.
• Performs venipuncture and maintains intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Identifies, prepares, positions patient, and competently performs procedure by using established MR protocols or as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner for diagnostic interpretation or intervention, to achieve the highest quality image.
• Evaluates images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded.
• Identifies and manages emergency situations.
• Provides education to patients, as well as students and other health care providers.
• Performs ongoing quality assurance activities.
• Conducts POC Creatinine clearance testing in accordance with established MR protocols or as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner for diagnostic interpretation.
• Knowledge of emergency shut-down procedures and how to properly react to a quench.
• Selects appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
• Manipulates and reconstructs digital data for display or hard copy records, ensuring proper identification is evident.
• Maintains archival storage of digital data as appropriate.
• Assists in maintaining supply inventory.
• Follows established Safety Standards to ensure a safe environment for self, patients, visitors, and staff (including contracted staff).
• As required, instructs students and residents and performs preceptor duties as necessary.
• Establishes ownership of clinical area by taking pride in appearance and readiness of exam rooms, equipment, and supplies.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.
• Takes the initiative to help other modalities/areas of the Imaging Center as assigned or when work load/area allows.
• Attends/participates in staff meetings, in-services, and center-wide meetings as scheduled.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

EXPERIENCE

• Up to 5 years experience as a MRI Technologist

EDUCATION

• Must have a minimum Associates Degree in Radiology or be a graduate of an accredited two-year radiology program.

Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography, or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMIT) and maintain current valid registration from ARRT or ARMIT. MR advanced registration through ARRT or ARMIT is required upon hire for IDTF centers. Non-IDTF centers require MR advanced registry within the first 12 months of employment. Additionally, must meet the state licensure requirement for the state in which they practice.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Knowledge of routine to complex MRI procedures and protocols.
• Skill in operation of MRI equipment as well as applicable ancillary equipment.
• Ability to work independently and multitask.
• Ability to provide documentation accurately and concisely.
• Demonstrates understanding of human cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiopharmacology, and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and retrieving of data.

Serving patients in over 60+ communities in 19 states, OIA is an imaging center management & development operation that is committed to delivering an affordable diagnostic imaging option without compromising customer convenience, care, technology or results.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.