MRI Technologist - Weekender Days

Geisinger; Jersey Shore (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health-care benefits

Vision and dental coverage

Domestic partner coverage

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist at Jersey Shore Hospital to ensure patient safety and proper imaging procedures. You will prepare patients for exams, document clinical histories, and maximize imaging quality while adhering to safety protocols.

The ideal candidate will have a certification from ARRT, NMTCB, or ARMRIT, along with a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology. Comprehensive healthcare benefits are offered from day one for both full-time and part-time staff.

Qualifications

• One of the following certifications is required upon hire: ARRT, NMTCB, ARMRIT.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registration or equivalent prior to employment.
• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient identification and preparation for exams.
• Optimize technical factors and apply safety principles.
• Assist licensed practitioners in imaging procedures.

Skills

Patient safety

Imaging protocol application

Clinical history documentation

Education

Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Tools

Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment

Radiographic equipment

Job description

Location: Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital (GJSH) – Days shift, United States of America. Scheduled weekly hours: 40. Worker type: Regular. Exemption Status: No.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and clinical history is corroborated and documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilize appropriate imaging protocol, optimize technical factors, and maximize patient safety while applying ALARA principles.
• Prepare and/or administer medications through vascular access sites as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluate images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality, verify archival storage and/or transfer of data, and post‑process data when applicable.
• Educate and monitor students and other healthcare providers.
• Apply magnetic resonance safety principles to minimize risk to patients, staff, and others.
• Assist the licensed practitioner with magnetic resonance interventional procedures and perform imaging procedures as prescribed.
• Select appropriate pulse sequences, considering established protocols and factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
• Participate in MRI safety implant investigation and approval processes.
• Comply with all organization policies and procedures and satisfy all job‑specific obligations.

Qualifications

• One of the following certifications is required upon hire: American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT), Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Certification Board (NMTCB), American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
• New graduates must obtain ARRT‑R registry or primary ARRT‑MR or NMTCB or ARMRIT prior to the first day of employment.
• Applicants hired after March 10, 2024, must complete advanced certification (level2) within 24months.
• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology (Required); Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (Preferred).
• Minimum of 1year of related work experience (Preferred).
• Basic Life Support certification (default issuing body).
• Certified MRI Technologist (ARMRIT), Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB), Radiography (R) – ARRT.

Benefits

Health‑care benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage.

EEO Statement

Geisinger is an affirmative action, equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.