MRI Technologist- Muncy - Per Diem - Rotation

Geisinger; Muncy (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled MRI Technologist to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety while performing magnetic resonance imaging procedures. You will utilize your expertise to optimize imaging protocols and evaluate technical quality, all while adhering to strict confidentiality and safety guidelines. This position offers the opportunity to educate and mentor future healthcare professionals, making a significant impact in the clinical environment. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a leading healthcare organization, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Certification in Radiology Technology is required upon hire.
• Proficiency in Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct patient identification and preparation for exams.
• Perform MRI procedures and assist in interventional procedures.
• Educate and monitor students and healthcare providers.

Skills

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Patient Safety

Technical Quality Evaluation

Medication Administration

ALARA Principles

Education and Monitoring

Education

Certification by ARRT or NMTCB

ARRT-MR Certification

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. 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.
2. 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).
3. Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
4. Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable.
5. Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers.
6. Applying principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
7. Assisting the licensed practitioner with magnetic resonance interventional procedures.
8. Performing magnetic resonance imaging procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
9. Selecting appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
10. Demonstrates commitment to department and organizational priorities.
11. Fully proficient in all assigned routine and complex job duties.
12. Participates in modality quality or process improvement activities.

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.

Minimum Requirements

The following certifications are needed upon hire:

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) or Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB)
• and ARRT-MR