MRI Technologist - Nights

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking an MRI Technologist I at the Wyoming Valley location in Pennsylvania. This role offers up to $25,000 in sign-on bonuses for qualified applicants. Responsibilities include conducting MRI procedures, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining equipment.

The position requires certifications such as ARRT or NMTCB, and new hires must achieve necessary registries before starting. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in diagnostic imaging.

Qualifications

• One of the following certifications is required: ARRT, NMTCB, ARMRIT.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registry or primary ARRT-MR or NMTCB prior to employment.
• Applicants must complete steps for advancing to level 2 within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging procedures at a technical level.
• Prepares and positions patients for procedures.
• Performs quality control tests of equipment and reports irregularities.

Skills

Communication

Diagnostic Imaging

Medical Equipment Management

Preceptor Skills

Radiation Safety

Radiology

Working Independently

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program – Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's Degree – Related Field of Study

Job description

Location: Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV)

Shift: Nights (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Worker Type: Regular

Exemption Status: No

Job Summary

Up to $25,000 sign on bonus for eligible applicants. This posting reflects an opening for an MRI Technologist I. Geisinger reserves the right to consider applicants for higher levels of this role to include MRI Technologist II based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Performs imaging procedures at a technical level. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned clinical area.

Job Duties

• Knowledge of the Magnetic Resonance imaging process and safety in the Magnetic Resonance environment.
• Provides protection to patients and personnel in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Prepares and positions patients for Magnetic Resonance procedure; thoroughly explains exam and answers patients' questions.
• Performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures including neuro, body, and extremity, following protocols set by a Radiologist.
• Performs venous access on all patients requiring IV contrast administration as directed by a Radiologist.
• Enters necessary data into Radiology Imaging System, IDX Imaging Suite, and Picture Archive Communication System Image Management Systems.
• Processes images as necessary.
• Ability to identify anatomy on images.
• Performs quality control tests of equipment; reports any irregularities.
• Notifies Team Leader and appropriate maintenance personnel of equipment malfunctions.
• Shares the responsibilities for ordering supplies; notifies appropriate personnel of supply levels.
• Acts as a Radiology liaison; provides radiological support to physicians as requested; refers problems to Team Leader.
• Imaging exams and procedure tray set up require access and handling of non-controlled medications.
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
• Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Position Details

• One of the following certifications is required upon hire: American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT), Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Certification Board (NMTCB), American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registry or primary ARRT-MR or NMTCB or ARMRIT 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).

Certifications and License(s)

• Basic Life Support Certification – Default Issuing Body.
• Certified MRI Technologist – American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
• Certified MRI Technologist – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Certified Radiology Technologist – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Skills

• Communication.
• Diagnostic Imaging.
• Medical Equipment Management.
• Preceptor Skills.
• Radiation Safety.
• Radiology.
• Working Independently.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.