MRI TECHNOLOGIST - PART TIME w/ Rotating Day Shift - JEANES HOSPITAL

Temple Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple Health is seeking a qualified MRI Technologist to perform MRI studies following established radiologist protocols in a fast-paced acute care setting. The role requires operating the MRI scanner, preparing the room and equipment, and positioning patients and coils for optimal image quality.

ARRT MR certification is required within 2 years from hire date, with at least 1 year of radiology tech experience; CT or MRI experience preferred, and BLS is required.

Qualifications

• ARRT MR certification required within 2 years from date of hire.
• 1 year experience as Radiology Technologist required.
• 1 year experience in CT or MRI preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI studies following protocol established by Radiologists.
• Operate the MRI scanner to produce images of consistent, optimal quality.
• Prepare scan room and equipment as appropriate.
• Position patient, coils and equipment as required.
• Maintain communication with the patient throughout the scanning procedure.

Skills

MRI operation

Patient communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

AMA Radiologic Technology program or MRI certificate program

Tools

MRI scanner

Job description

Performs MRI studies following set protocol established by the Radiologists. Operates the MRI scanner to produce images of consistent optimal quality. Prepares scan room and equipment as appropriate. Positions patient, coils and equipment as required. Maintains communication with the patient throughout the scanning procedure. American Registry of Radiologists (ARRT) MR certification required within 2 years from date of hire.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Non Degree Program from a approved AMA Radiologic Technology program or MRI certificate program. Required

Experience

• 1 year experience as a Radiology Technologist Required
• 1 year experience in CT or MRI Preferred

Licenses

• Reg Technologist (R) Required
• Reg Technologist (MR) Required
• Basic Life Support Required

Your Tomorrow is Here!

Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

To support this mission, Temple Health is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike. At Temple Health, your tomorrow is here!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Your Tomorrow is Here!

TUH-Jeanes Campus, in Northeast Philadelphia, offers aunique combination: advanced medical and surgical services in a convenient, easy-to-access community setting. A member of Temple Health, TUH-Jeanes Campus has many services that are typically only found at downtown hospitals, including advanced cardiac, neurologic and orthopedic surgery. TUH-Jeanes Campus experienced doctors and dedicated staff offer patients access to many of the latest treatments and diagnostics, while never losing sight of its commitment to providing a compassionate, personal touch .