MRI Technologist - PRN

UPMC; York (York County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures requiring independent judgment and technical expertise. The role includes maintaining competencies for exams and interacting effectively with patients and coworkers to ensure quality care.

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Radiologic Technology program, with expectations to obtain required certifications within specified time frames. UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT approved school or a relevant accredited program.
• ARRT registry eligible and must obtain within 6 months of hire.
• BLS or CPR required based on AHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging procedures with independent judgment.
• Maintain clinical competencies for all exams and equipment.
• Ensure proper documentation in electronic records.

Skills

Clinical competencies

Patient interaction

Judgment and initiative

Education

Graduate of ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology

ARRT registry eligible

BLS or CPR certified

Job description

Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative for diagnostic purposes.

This position works a variable schedule including holidays and on call rotation.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains clinical competencies for all exams and equipment.
• Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data including the labeling /preparation/and administration of contrast. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.
• Prior to start of exam, reads and presents all relevant information to the physician based on protocol.
• Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all patient information is updated and documented in Rad Assessment, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.
• Practices and maintains MR safety in the department.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
• Performs procedures for reviewing processing and archiving.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation.
• Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology, or completion of an accredited CNMT, ARMRIT or ARDMS program. ARRT registry eligible technologist must obtain ARRT within 6 months of hire date. MR registry must be acquired within 18 months of the date the primary registry was acquired. CNMT, ARDMS and ARMRIT graduates must obtain MR registry within 12 months of hire date.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:ARRT registry eligible technologist must obtain ARRT within 6 months of hire date. MR registry must be acquired within 18 months of the date the primary registry was acquired. CNMT, ARDMS and ARMRIT graduates must obtain MR registry within 12 months of hire date. CPR or BLS Required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• ARRT Certificate OR American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC) OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran