MRI Technologist / SEIU Q | AVH

Highmark Health; Natrona Heights (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a radiologic imaging professional to perform prescribed procedures with independence and clinical judgment. The role includes preparing equipment, positioning patients, and ensuring high-quality imaging results.

Requirements include an Associate’s degree and ARRT MR/R certification with ongoing maintenance for MRI roles. A $30,000 sign-on bonus is available with a 3-year commitment, and compliance with HIPAA and safety standards is required.

Qualifications

• Requires ARRT certification in Radiography (R) or MR technologist certification (MR)
• MRI experience preferred if applicable
• MRI certification must be maintained if already obtained

Responsibilities

• Position patient and perform imaging procedures independently.
• Analyze results and address image quality issues.
• Enter, transmit and report scan results.
• Educate patient on procedures and equipment.
• Prepare and administer contrast media when ordered within scope of practice.

Education

Associate’s degree

Job description

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : Sign on Bonus Eligible: $30,000 (3 year commitment)

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job performs prescribed radiographic imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment and initiative.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s) independently.
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.
• Enters, transmits and reports scan results. (40%)
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. (20%)
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. (20%)
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. (20%)
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum: Associate’s degree; or equivalent from a two-year college oa technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent of education and experience. American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R), or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT), or Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) registered as an MR technologist certification required Employees in a MRI role (prior to July, 1 2022) who do not have a MRI certification are not required to obtain them; employees in a MRI role with existing MRI certification are required to maintain active certifications. Employees hired, or transferred into the MRI role after July 1, 2022 are also required to maintain active certifications

Preferred: Prior radiology experience

Additional Employment Requirements:

• CPR – American Heart Association Act 34
• Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Act 33
• Child Abuse Clearance Certificate Act 73
• FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• If ARRT (R) is the only certification ARRT in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) is required within 18 months from hire date

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

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Highmark Health is a national, blended health organization that includes one of America’s largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional hospital and physician network. Based in Pittsburgh, Pa., Highmark Health’s 35,000 employees serve millions of customers nationwide through the nonprofit organization’s affiliated businesses, which include Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, HM Insurance Group, United Concordia Dental, HM Health Solutions and HM Home & Community Services. Highmark Health’s businesses proudly serve a broad spectrum of health-related needs including health insurance, health care delivery, population health management, dental solutions, reinsurance solutions, and innovative, technology solutions.