MRI Technologist - Jefferson Health Central Region

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist to join their mission of improving lives. This role involves performing MRI procedures, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality imaging standards. With a commitment to compassionate care, the organization offers a supportive environment where your skills will contribute to impactful healthcare delivery. If you are passionate about advancing your career in a dynamic healthcare setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved ARRT program with 6 months to 1 year experience preferred.
• Knowledge of radiography tools and techniques for diagnostic imaging.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI procedures under supervision, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Evaluate image quality and maintain MRI equipment.

Skills

MRI Procedures

Patient Care

Radiography Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

ARRT Program Graduate

Tools

MRI Equipment

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Join the mission of Improving Lives as a MRI Technologist at Jefferson Health. With more than 42,000 employees, we’re the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in the Philadelphia region. And our work to improve lives is never done.

Job Details

Join the mission of Improving Lives as a MRI Technologist at Jefferson Health. With more than 42,000 employees, we’re the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in the Philadelphia region. And our work to improve lives is never done.

Job Description

This posting serves as a general site for all MRI applications within the Jefferson Health Central region. The locations within this region include:

• Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
• Honickman Center
• Jefferson Methodist Hospital
• Einstein Philadelphia
  
  

MRI Technologist

Under the supervision of a radiologist, the MRI Technologist performs a variety of magnetic resonance imaging procedures and scanners to produce detailed tissue images for medical diagnosis. Prepares pertinent information for physician and care team's review, and delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures.

Essential Functions

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Processes and evaluates the technical quality of images, such as density contrast, definition and distortion.
• Maintains critical positioning of the patient and equipment during flow of the contrast media to ensure safety of the patient and success of examination results.
• Instructs patients on body positioning procedures during MRI exams and testing; demonstrates effective communications with all patients by explaining the MRI procedure both before and after scanning and answers all patient questions.
• Determines equipment requirements for procedures based on the physician’s tentative diagnoses, and scout films necessary for physician’s preliminary viewing.
• Maintains MRI equipment by performing scheduled cleaning, testing and documenting results; notifies supervision of malfunctioning equipment.
• Implements MRI safety guidelines and conducts proper MRI safety during the imaging process.
• Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required)

• Knowledge of radiography tools, techniques and applications, ability to utilize imaging technology on patients for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.
• Knowledge of and ability to prepare patients for diagnostic/radiological imaging and to monitor patients' reactions during and after a procedure. Responds to emergent situations by applying appropriate measures.
  
  

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

• Graduate of an approved American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) program.
• 6 months to 1 year experience preferred
  
  

Minimum Certifications, Registration Or License Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Active MRI Certification
• License as required by state
  
  

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

111 S 11th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

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