Mri Technologist- Per Diem

Jobtome; Muncy (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Domestic partner benefits

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform magnetic resonance imaging procedures, ensuring patient safety and image quality. The role involves preparing patients, verifying orders, and assisting licensed practitioners with exams in a medical imaging setting.

The position requires ARRT MR or related certification, completion of Radiologic Technology training, and a preference for a bachelor's degree. On-site work in Geisinger facilities with emphasis on collaboration and safety.

Qualifications

• ARRT (R) or MR OR ARRT-MR OR ARRT-MR OR NMTCB certification as required upon hire.
• Graduate from Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology; Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI procedures following licensed practitioner's orders.
• Identify patient, verify identity and prepare for exam.
• Monitor safety and apply ALARA principles during imaging.
• Evaluate image quality and ensure proper data storage/transfer.
• Educate and assist students and other health care providers.

Skills

Patient care

Safety protocols

Interpersonal communication

Detail oriented

Education

Specialty Training Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologists are responsible for the use of radiofrequencies within a magnetic field for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. MRI technologists performs magnetic resonance imaging and acquire and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Magnetic resonance technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of magnetic resonance imaging procedures. Magnetic resonance technologists prepare, administer and document activities related to medications in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.

Job Duties

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

Position Details

The following certifications are needed upon hire: Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT)-(R) OR (ARRT)-MROR American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)OR Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB)

EducationGraduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)

About Geisinger

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENT: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family

• We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.

Pertain: Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all.

We are proud to be 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.