MRI Technologist - part time, mid shift

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Opportunity for continuing education

Job summary

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System is seeking a part-time Radiological Technologist at Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, PA. This role involves performing routine diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and maintaining accurate records. Applicants should be graduates from an AMA approved Rad Tech School and obtain necessary certifications. This position offers a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 and requires collaboration with a dedicated healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Radiological Technology School.
• Certification in Radiological Technology required within specific timeframes.
• CPR certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Greet patients and confirm their identifications.
• Document required information in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in clinical education of Radiology students.

Skills

Patient positioning

Fluoroscopic procedures

Radiation protection

Computer skills

Education

Radiological Technology School graduate

Certification in Radiological Technology

CPR certification

Job description

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Location

Lancaster General Hospital and Suburban Outpatient Pavillion in Lancaster, PA

Sign-on Bonus

Up to $10,000.00 (based on hours worked per week) with a 2-year commitment. External and internal eligible candidates only.

Schedule

Part time (20 hours per week). Scheduled workdays are Monday and Wednesday from 11:00 a.m.–9:30p.m. Includes up to five backup weekend on-call rotations per year, scheduled and posted six months in advance (Friday at 11:59 p.m. through Monday at 7:00 a.m.). Includes up to one backup holiday on-call rotation every other year at LGH, including coverage on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

Position Summary

Performs all routine diagnostic radiographic procedures through proper patient positioning, technique selection, application of immobilization and radiation protection devices.

Essential Functions

• Performs all routine diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures through patient positioning, technique selection, administration of contrast media and application of immobilization and radiation protection devices as established by LG protocols, policies and procedures.
• Receives requests, checking for special instructions from the requesting physicians. Consults with Radiologists as necessary.
• Greets patients—confirming their identifications performing the correct procedures as directed and completely explaining the procedure to patient and family as directed.
• Operates and enters information through the hospital computer system. Documents required information and patient history in the electronic medical record. Documents other information as required.
• Completes examination, consultation, and billing procedures as required. Performs POC testing, Universal Protocol and other paperwork as applicable.
• Accurately and appropriately utilizes all computer related equipment, such as the electronic health record, email and the intranet.
• May require travel to various site locations.
• Performs visual preventive safety inspections. Completes warm‑up procedures for each radiographic room/equipment as assigned. Records quality control activities. Reports equipment conditions to immediate leadership or appropriate personnel.
• Compliance with OSHA and other mandated safety procedures or regulations.
• Maintains necessary inventory supplies for assigned workstation, rotating stock in an orderly fashion and eliminating outdated items.
• Participates in the clinical education of Radiology students as required.
• Participates in the on‑call responsibilities for this position as required.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Radiological Technology School.
• Certification in Radiological Technology, issued by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists, is required to be obtained within six (6) months of placement in position if hired after 8/1/2025, or twelve (12) months if hired between 1/1/2024 and 7/31/2025, or eighteen (18) months if hired prior to 1/1/2024.
• CPR certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of clinical experience beyond training.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.